Andrés “Licho” Matos: Dominican Republic says goodbye to a benchmark of politics and communication
The political and communicational sphere of the Dominican Republic is in mourning following the passing of Andrés Matos, popularly known as “Licho”. The political leader and former deputy, who had been facing health complications that had limited his public life in recent years, left a legacy marked by his commitment to public service and his distinguished career in the media.
Funeral details
Matos’ remains will be displayed this Wednesday starting at 2:00 p.m. at the Blandino Funeral Home, located on Abraham Lincoln Avenue in the National District. Subsequently, his body will be transferred to the National Congress, where he will receive the honors corresponding to his position as a former legislator.
A trajectory forged in communication and debate
“Licho” Matos was a key figure in Dominican political communication. Throughout much of his career, he was an iconic voice of the program “Tribuna Democrática”, a space from which he promoted his ideals and accompanied crucial moments in the country’s political evolution. His style led him to share the stage with figures of the stature of Tony Raful and the late Príamo Medina, establishing himself as part of a generation of communicators who understood the media as a fundamental platform for democratic debate.
Matos’ career was marked by his political loyalty and his management capacity, standing out as a close collaborator of former President Hipólito Mejía and, subsequently, as one of the founders and leaders integrated into the Modern Revolutionary Party (PRM).
Commitment to public service
In addition to his communication work, Matos held important roles in public administration. He represented constituency number three of the National District as a deputy and, more recently, contributed his experience to the Communications department of the Ministry of Public Works and Communications (MOPC) under the management of Deligne Ascención.
His passing represents a significant loss for those who shared decades of political activism with him. The tribute at the National Congress will serve as a meeting point for family, friends, and colleagues who seek to honor the memory of a man who dedicated his life to communication, politics, and the well-being of the nation.
