The lasting mark of ‘Nene’ Pimentel

Most people dedicate their whole lives giving their best to leave a lasting mark. The late Sen. Aquilino “Nene” Pimentel, Jr. followed his heart despite unbelievable challenges and difficulties to be a protector of this country’s freedom and a servant to his fellow men.

“Tatay Nene”, as he was fondly called by family and those close to him, was a patriot and a freedom fighter. He fought the Marcos regime who he believed committed an “ultimate sin” to democracy when then President Ferdinand Marcos declared martial law.