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    "id": 992903,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Sen. Were",
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        "legal_name": "Petronila Were Lokorio",
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    "content": "Thank you, Madam Temporary Speaker, for the opportunity to also contribute to the Statement by the Senior Counsel, Sen. Omogeni. Madam Temporary Speaker, this win is not just for this House; it is also a win for devolution. Making a ruling or giving an advisory opinion that strengthens this Senate is also strengthening devolution. We know very well that the Senate’s role is to protect devolution, counties and their governments. I would say congratulations to Sen. Omogeni, his team and even Senators who joined them in court to fight for the strengthening of this Senate and fight for the right thing. Madam Temporary Speaker, going back to the advisory opinion, I keep wondering sometimes if we run this country as if we do not know what we are doing. How do you share out what you do not have? It seems logical and common sense, but what blinds us that we cannot see something so obvious? You are being told to share out, but do not know what exactly it is you are sharing out. This advisory opinion is important. We are reminded that we are blinded by superiority complex and egos, but are able to see the right thing to do. We are not doing this for ourselves, but for Kenyans. Madam Temporary Speaker, that advisory opinion allowed counties to have access to 50 per cent of the funds that were allocated to them in the previous financial year, just in case we lose our heads and decide to fight amongst ourselves as if we are fighting for ourselves and not the country. We have also been given direction. The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor, Senate."
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