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"content": "I am delighted like most Kenyans, that we now have a lean independent electoral body. In spite of that, that body will not get so far if it is possible for persons of questionable credentials to qualify to be Members of Parliament or leaders at any level. Therefore, I urge the IIEC to begin thinking in the very early stage of a vetting mechanism that would discriminate against and make decisions about a person who is qualified to compete for electoral and leadership position in this country. There must be qualities to look for, including personal traits, issues of honesty, humility, discipline, moral uprightness and respect for democratic values. It does not make sense for a person who has been associated with scandals or tribal animosity to be cleared to contest for a political office. If you have been associated with criminal activities or you are a subject for investigation, you should not be cleared to contest a leadership position in the country. This is because such people are likely to continue with their bad behaviour once they are elected. To me, the real test is whether or not we can bar the people who do not really represent the values that we would like to see in this country."
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