With this year’s movie award season in full swing and Meryl Streep generating a lot of hype for Iron Lady, I’ve been intrigued by the controversial—but unquestionably strong—Margaret Thatcher. Regardless of what you think about Britain’s first female prime minister, you have to admit she threw out witty and insightful one-liners like the best of them.
Here are some of my favorites:
Do you have a favorite Margaret Thatcher quote?
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Catherine,
I really like the first quote. While I think that people should treat others with respect, I believe that the primary focus should be on following your own heart regardless of what others think. You compromise yourself when you care too much about how others will react to you.
I haven’t seen the movie Iron Lady yet, but I just watched the trailer and it looks very interesting!
Greg, I couldn’t agree more. Great leaders respect others but won’t compromise their values for the sake of popularity. Thanks for stopping by and sharing!
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