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    "id": 1411063,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1411063/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Saku, UDA",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. Dido Rasso",
    "speaker": null,
    "content": "This Motion now addresses what civilised nations provide or give to those who pay the ultimate price for their countries. We used to believe that generals walk on water because of the protection and security they are provided with. They were always guarded and their headquarters and transport were well protected. When General Ogolla visited his troops in Marakwet, he was simply fulfilling his duties as a General, which included visiting the troops and assuring them that their work was noble and that they were protecting the life and property. This was his message to both the soldiers and the citizens of Kenya. In the process, he and the men and women accompanying him lost their lives. Many people are wondering how the General died in that aircraft. There is a lot of speculation around it. However, I want to emphasise that based on my experience while working in the KDF and being close to many great generals like General Tonje, who served Kenya with distinction, generals travel in safe transport that is well-maintained. They are driven by first-class drivers and flown by the best pilots in the forces. For this reason, we should allow KDF to conduct a proper investigation concerning what happened. Finally, as Kenyans, we must begin to appreciate those who give their lives for our safety. When we talk about KDF, we are not talking about any other armed force. We are talking about the safety and sovereignty of the Republic of Kenya. In America, when airlines are calling for boarding…"
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