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    "id": 1051720,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1051720/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Chepalungu, CCM",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. Gideon Koske",
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        "legal_name": "Gideon Kimutai Koske",
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    "content": " Thank you, Hon. Temporary Deputy Speaker. I rise to support this Bill because libraries play a fundamental role in the society. Libraries are a gateway to knowledge and culture. Libraries are synonymous with education because they offer countless learning opportunities that can fuel the economy. They also help to preserve cultural heritage and as Mahatma Gandhi said; “No culture can live if it attempts to be exclusive”. Distance learning students can access information through the libraries because they might not have time to go to school fully, and if it is working class, they can visit libraries when they are not working. Libraries also make education equal to all. Once they are equipped, they will help students from humble backgrounds to access books that they could otherwise not afford to buy. The PWDs can also access quite a number of skills because they can access books and teaching aids in libraries. With the advancement in technology, it is very possible to equip libraries with computers and selected information can be installed depending on areas or fields of studies by individuals. Libraries support research through journals, research reports and other publications and this is very important for students at higher levels of education. Thank you, Hon. Temporary Deputy Speaker, for giving me the opportunity to contribute. I support the Bill."
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