He Couldn’t Speak, But He Sang at the Top of His Lungs

Antonio Araníbar Quiroga was an upright apostle of politics and a martyr for democracy who endured decades of exile with dignity. Personal memories of the austerity of his private life, our professional collaboration, and the moving sight of him singing the national anthem despite his physical limitations at the end of his life highlight an admirable public figure who leaves an indelible mark on the history of Bolivia.