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    "speaker_name": "Hon. ole Sankok",
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        "legal_name": "David Ole Sankok",
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    "content": "Thank you very much, Hon. Speaker for giving me this opportunity. For sure, there are three arms of Government. They are independent but interdependent. When one arm of government becomes so independent that it feels superior to other arms of Government, it sets a very bad precedent. That is why, as a House, we need to put our foot down - as per the precedent that was set earlier - and make sure that we abide by the laws, especially Article 250 (2)(b) of our Constitution. I commend the Committee for coming up with a very good Report that will set precedent in future that despite the fact that the three arms of Government are independent, they are also interdependent. According to our Constitution, any appointee of the President must be vetted and the report forwarded to the President. That is what this House must do. Therefore, I support this Motion. I echo the sentiments of the Leader of the Majority Party that we need to observe some level of discipline, especially our seniors who have been here before us. As “monos” in this House, we look up to them to guide us. Engaging in a shouting match with the Speaker is setting a very bad example for our new Members. Shouting at the Speaker is totally disrespectful. I support the Motion."
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