Margaret Mayakovsky

Congress & Legislative Promises

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.

Articles By Margaret Mayakovsky

106 published articles

Democrawonk — A suited gatekeeper pulls a pink rope across a White House entrance as reporters approach and a giant judge’s gavel looms overhead.

White House Press Access Is Not A Customer Loyalty Program

DemocracyOctober 14, 2026By Margaret Mayakovsky

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.

Democrawonk — A satirical illustration of a diplomatic ledger and a public receipt.

Sanctions Relief Should Come With A Public Receipt

World PoliticsOctober 14, 2026 at 3:10 PM EDTBy Margaret Mayakovsky

Washington removed Jorge Rodríguez from its sanctions list. Diplomacy can change course; the public should understand what the change is meant to achieve.