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    "id": 1549598,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Sen. Mandago",
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        "legal_name": "Kiplagat Jackson Mandago",
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    "content": "be extended for the selection panel to complete the process so that we can have an IEBC in place. Madam Temporary Speaker, successful or credible election is also determined by the amount of preparation that is put in place to ensure that logistical issues are properly addressed. We do not want to run to 2027 and have an electoral body that has just arrived shortly before elections. That would be giving room for those who will be selected as Commissioners and Chairperson of the Commission, to give excuses of lack of preparedness for the election. In my opinion, and I would like to persuade my colleagues, although I also agree with the sentiments of the Senator for Nairobi City County, that the Chairperson of the Selection Panel should have noted. Secondly, the Chairperson of the PSC who happens to be the Speaker of the National Assembly, should not receive a letter on 20th March and it is being supplied to us to discuss in an ambush kind of arrangement. Some matters need to be taken seriously because they affect the nation and can jeopardize it. If the Senate today decides they will not approve this extension, then we are likely to have, a rush selection of candidates that might, at the end, give us problems. Having said that, I support this Motion that we extend the time for the Selection Panel. However, next time, the Chairman of the PSC and the selection panel should note that Senate has a responsibility and a role in this process. I thank you."
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