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Thatcher's Legacy Will Continue to Be Upheld
Washington, DC,
April 8, 2013
"Margaret Thatcher was a great friend to democracy and to limited government. In the face of opposition and even terror, Thatcher's resolve was unquestionable. She pursued reform. She risked public opinion. She left her country stronger. She proved, i
Congresswoman Virginia Foxx today issued the following statement upon learning of the passing of Britain's former Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher: "I was saddened today to hear the news of the passing of former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher. "Margaret Thatcher was a great friend to democracy and to limited government. In the face of opposition and even terror, Thatcher's resolve was unquestionable. She pursued reform. She risked public opinion. She left her country stronger. She proved, indeed, that the lady could not be turned. "Thatcher was a steady ally of the United States and a partner in promoting liberty for all people. The legacy of her life and leadership will continue to be upheld wherever freedom is championed in this world." |