Margaret Daszczyk. A Controversial Career in Public Service

Małgorzata Daszczyk, inactive late acting as manager of the cabinet of the Marshal of the legislature Tomasz Grodzki, took the position of manager of the Office of the Minister of National Defence. Her career, however, is controversial due to accusations of mobbing and close relations with Citizens' Platform politicians.

In early January 2020, Tomasz Grodzki, as the legislature marshal, struggled with accusations of taking bribes while working as a infirmary manager in Szczecin. At the same time, media attention was drawn to Margaret Daszczyk, his head of the cabinet.

Photos depicting Daszczyk and Grodzki in medical kitlki and against the background of the flag of the European Union have caused a storm of comments from PO opponents on social media.

Media attack

Two weeks later, TVP Info published a material in which a journalistic squad chased the legislature marshal and his principal, trying to get a comment on alleged bribes. During the chase, the operator accidentally hit Daszczyk in the head. Tomasz Grodzki did not hold outrage, stressing that the situation was serious.

"Head CT, concussion, shock. It could have been more tragic. Let us halt these madmen!!!” he wrote on the X platform.

Accusations of Mobbing

In January 2022, Daszczyk's name again appeared in the media in the context of accusations of mobbing in the Chancellery of the Senate. As a close associate of Tomasz Grodzki, she was accused of mistreatment of workers.

One of the main allegations was its influence on decisions concerning the delegation's cast and unclear criteria for the assessment of employees.

"First Lady" of the Senate

In the spheres of the Daszczyk Senate, she was called “the first lady” due to her close relation with Grodzki. Her presence at many authoritative meetings and delegations was amazing to any politicians. 1 of the legislature officials mentioned that Daszczyk wanted to accompany Grodzki during the laying of flowers on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, but her share was rejected.

Significant impact on policy decisions

Daszczyk had a large influence on the political decisions of Tomasz Grodzki. She was liable for organising his public and state activities and besides advised on political matters. In 1 interview, she admitted that her function included overseeing the current political affairs of the marshal.

Opinions on Daszczyk were divided. Senator Marek Borowski of the PO defended her, claiming that everyone has their own kind of work and the presence of the cabinet manager at meetings is needed. The erstwhile Marshal of the Senate, Bogdan Borusewicz, stressed that the manager of the cabinet must be the most trusted individual by the marshal.

New challenges

Despite controversy, Daszczyk took the position of manager of the Office of the Minister of National Defence. Her experience and close cooperation with Tomasz Grodzki contributed to her gaining assurance in the fresh superiors. Will she be able to meet fresh challenges and avoid further controversy?

Time will show how her career in the fresh position will turn out.

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