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"content": "Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, on my own behalf, and on behalf of the people of Trans Nzoia, I join my colleagues in sending condolences to the families of those who lost their lifes in the tragic incident. I am saying so knowing that in Trans Nzoia County, we also lost a lady called Violet Moraa Morang’a from Taito Farm, Sitatunga Ward. Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, these events have become so many that every other day or week, we are seeking Motions of Adjournment to discuss issues of security. It is right that we discuss and express our concerns. Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, terrorism is a very serious offence and the aim of a terrorist is to cause maximum damage and publicity. Today, our country is threatened. It is time that we, as Kenyans, demonstrated utmost patriotism to defend our motherland because all of us are under threat. Our lives, which the Constitution guarantees to protect and also our property are under threat. Our economy is not doing well now because of terrorism. Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, it is right that we ask those who are in positions to answer. However, I think this issue goes beyond individuals because we know those who are in positions now, even if you are talking about the intelligence, the police and the military, they are well trained and capable. Perhaps, what we should be asking ourselves now is, what about the system itself? Is the system which they operate in, in order? The legislation, the structures and the flow of information from the National Intelligence Service (NIS); is the flow of information quick enough for effective action? Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, I am of the view that it is time we had an open discussion among Kenyans; a national conference to discuss about security jointly regardless of where you are because, Kenyans have ideas on how to tackle these threats which seem to be cropping everywhere. Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, whenever events like these occur, we ask questions to the extent that we may be perceived to be blaming each other. It is high time we demonstrated that we, as a country, when we are under attack, come together. Let us forget about our tribes, our religions and where we come from and face the enemy head- on. We should also agree on a policy on how to handle victims uniformly whenever The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposes only. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor, Senate."
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