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    "content": "the Members of the National Assembly, excluding ex-official members. This, therefore, calls for unity of purpose and consensus building. If I may repeat what I stated during the State Opening of the Fourth Session of this Parliament on the 23rd February, 2010, we will all require to approach the debate on the Proposed Draft Constitution with sobriety and patriotism. Kenyans have given their views on the proposed constitution and it is our sacred duty as elected leaders to ensure that their aspirations are reflected in the output of this House. Hon. Members, there is no doubt that if we are to seize this opportunity, and discharge our responsibility, we will have to be well informed on the content and general constitutional framework as proposed by the COE and other stakeholders. In this regard, I urge all hon. Members to familiarise themselves with the Report from the COE, the Draft Constitution, and the Report of the PSC. Copies of the aforesaid documents as tabled will be available for your collection from Room No. 8, Main Parliament Building. Hon. Members, I am pleased to announce that my office will facilitate a three-day retreat for all MPs to go through and acquaint themselves with the contents of the proposed constitution ahead of debate and passage. Hon. Members, the retreat shall be held between Friday the 12th and Sunday the 14th of March, 2010. You will be notified of the venue in due course. It is my earnest hope that this retreat will assist Members to make informed contributions when the debate on the proposed constitution commences. Hon. Members, the 10th Parliament has been bestowed with a rare opportunity that is the preserve of but a few select mortals to go down the annals of history as the Parliament which finally delivered a new constitution for our country. Hon. Members, I am confident that we all desire to claim the coveted prize and make an entry in the history of Kenya as the Parliament that rose to the occasion to bring about a new constitutional order. Thank you. Member for Nyakach!"
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