{"id":1462067,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1462067/?format=json","text_counter":511,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Nominated, ODM","speaker_title":"Hon. John Mbadi","speaker":null,"content":"On the social aspect or social dimension of this undertaking, have been answered to my family, beginning with my late parents, for their blessings that I carry with me today to greatness. To my beloved wife, Rhoda Mbadi and my children, I am forever indebted to you for being my sounding board, always encouraging and pushing me to excel and be the best father and husband. Your full-time prayers, guidance, wisdom and knowledge in the entire political journey gave me the zeal to proceed even during my lowest moments - and there were many. To my brothers - and that is where I am going to end my family issues - may God bless you for your relentless efforts to support my academic journey and upbringing. Always stepping in for our parents. Exceptional appreciation will go to two of my brothers - Stephen Ogola and Maurice Ogalo. If it were not for you, I would have dropped out of school. My brother, Stephen Ogola, I will never forget how you braved the harsh cold weather of Kericho Tea Plantations, denying yourself the basics, to get me school fees from your meagre savings. I salute you. How I wish our late parents were alive to witness this historic moment. They have always wanted the best for us. May God rest their souls in eternal peace."}