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    "id": 535222,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Hon. Bitok",
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    "speaker": {
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        "legal_name": "Stephen Kirwa Bitok",
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    "content": "The President has done well by apologising to Kenyans, on behalf of previous regimes, for iniquities that have happened in Kenya to ensure that this country moves forward as far as cohesion and unity are concerned. It is very important to note that, as we move forward, as a country, we should be united. We should not be insinuating issues that do not touch on development and cohesion. Over the years, we have had problems. In 2007/2008, we had post-election violence. We have had people charged in court, including in some courts abroad. Since that court is being unfair to our country, we realise we have to remain united, as a country; we should be one people. As we deal with corruption and other issues affecting our motherland, we should always be positive. We should not allow ourselves to be divided along political coalition, religions or tribal lines. As we fight corruption, we should always remember that this nation matters a lot more than anything else. I have heard some fellow legislators say that the President and the Deputy President have not done “A,” “B,” and “C.” Let us all be united and be fair to each other. What we need is a future for this country, in terms of development, especially development of our young citizens, so that they can be employed. I value the National Youth Service (NYS) initiative, which provides our young men and women with an opportunity to acquire some professional skills that will enable them to run the affairs of this country in a good way. Innovations should be encouraged."
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