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    "id": 128096,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/128096/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Prof. Anyang’-Nyong’o",
    "speaker_title": "The Minister for Medical Services",
    "speaker": {
        "id": 193,
        "legal_name": "Peter Anyang' Nyong'o",
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    "content": " Mr. Speaker, Sir, I beg to say three things. First, I do not think that the principle of collective responsibility means collective suicide. Secondly, I do not think that when we are exercising collective responsibility, we take leave of common sense. So, I feel that the Cabinet is actually adding richly to the debate in the House by not committing suicide nor taking leave of common sense. There are a few questions that we should ask ourselves. The question before us is whether the debate already started in Parliament should continue to be handled by Parliament, or whether Parliament should outsource our responsibility to the courts. I believe that in the principle of separation of powers, it would be suicidal for Parliament to outsource our responsibility to the courts. Thirdly, why are the courts in a hurry to handle a matter that is already in the House? When I was listening to hon. Githae, all the questions he asked could be summarised in one question. Why are the courts in a hurry to handle a matter that is already in Parliament and that could be concluded within a few days? The courts can take up the responsibility of interpreting the law according to those who have gone there? Fourthly, what record do our courts have in settling disputes like these? Are our courts very commendable in dealing with issues of corruption?"
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