Free Speech Is Not A Foreign Policy Loyalty Program
A limited injunction protecting ICC-related advocacy is a reminder that disliking an argument does not authorize silencing it.
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Democrawonk Satirical Character
Margaret Mayakovsky
Margaret Mayakovsky writes Democrawonk’s congressional satire, following the gap between what lawmakers promise and what they actually pass. Hearings, floor speeches, and procedural excuses all get a turn under the microscope. She reads the fine print so Congress can pretend it did.
Sanctions Relief Should Come With A Public Receipt
Washington removed Jorge Rodríguez from its sanctions list. Diplomacy can change course; the public should understand what the change is meant to achieve.
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White House Press Access Is Not A Customer Loyalty Program
A judge has kept CNN, MS NOW, and Politico’s access in place while their case proceeds. Favorable coverage should not be the price of admission.
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