There are lousy politicians and some very diligent, honest MPs

By Kamotho Waiganjo

One of Kenyans favorite pastimes is MP bashing. Kenyan’s lack of trust in their MPs has been glaring in the ongoing debate on the merits and demerits of a parliamentary system in a new constitutional dispensation. Without doubt a lot of the criticism is justified. The perennial lack of quorum in the House, the slow pace of legislation, the nonpayment of tax by MPs and the constant increments of MPs’ remuneration are but a few of the frustrating practices that have reduced the share price of the honourable members.