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    "id": 1274246,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Seme, ODM",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. (Dr). James Nyikal",
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    "content": " Thank you, Hon. Speaker, for allowing me to eulogize the late Hon. (Dr) Misoi. Dr Misoi was a hardcore physical science professional who ventured into politics. It is not easy for people of hardcore science-based professions to stick in politics and do well because the realities of politics often conflict with the perception concept in politics. Physical scientists believe there is clear white and black, which is not what it is in politics. Despite that, he was committed to the service of Kenyans and his principles. I interacted with him several times before I even came into politics, and this thing called majimbo meant that people in all parts of Kenya should get their services regardless of who is in power. As he was committed to these principles, he defied what is sometimes very difficult in our circumstances, particularly in Africa, where politics tend to take ethnic lines. To that extent, he became a hardcore and committed member of the ODM, and even at times, it looks illogical that looking at geopolitics, he should still be there. He stayed there, was steadfast, and held his positions until his demise. So, this is not the usual ordinary politician, but a committed man who believed in his principles at any cost, sometimes even at the expense of himself, as you have been told about the milk in Ukraine. With his background, I know that is something he could not accept, whatever the circumstances. Therefore, Hon. Speaker, I take this opportunity to eulogize him on behalf of the people of Seme and my behalf. We pass our heartfelt condolences to the people who have lost their great leader, Dr Misoi. We all in the ODM fraternity appreciate how committed he was. Thank you, Hon. Speaker."
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