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    "id": 366668,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/366668/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Hon. wa Kabando",
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    "speaker": {
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        "legal_name": "Kabando wa Kabando",
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    "content": "Thank you, hon. Speaker, Sir. I rise to support the report by the Committee on four points. Number one, clearly the report shows that the individuals presented are career professionals in their respective areas; the fact that there is no report that has come to question what they have done over the years is an indication that they have integrity in their work. Secondly, they have the initiative. The report shows that they have engaged in programmes, research and other initiatives that require one to be responsible. They have personal responsibility and pursue things to conclusion. Thirdly, is appreciation of education. This report shows that these are Kenyans who have taken time even as they were working to go back to college and pursue education in order to attain qualifications that will enable them to do their work in a more empowered manner. Therefore, this investment is exactly what is required for this nation and as a House we are here to appreciate those who invest in skills to be used in the country. Hon. Speaker, Sir, finally they have the courage to plunge into work. I have worked with one of the nominees here, namely Mr. Konchella. I was with one of the nominees when we were launching the Masai Mara Marathon, as he was working in the banking sector. He left that very prestigious job to plunge into electoral politics. The fact that he did not make it should not be a reason for condemnation. This country needs to understand that people who go into politics are qualified, and have the requisite skills to perform. People are being dismissed because they want to come to Parliament. This condemnation is very unfair. I wish Kenyans knew the collective achievements of this House and the curriculum vitae of each Member who has left other disciplines to engage in legislative work and help this country. Finally, the reports of the committees we are discussing, in particular the one we are discussing on Finance, Planning and Trade, show our unity as a House, the unity of purpose as the Kenya National Assembly. In many cases, we are told we are united on"
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