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British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher turns to look at the crush of photographers in the Oval Office as President Reagan laughs during a photo session at the White House in Washington in this February 20, 1985 file photo. (AP Photo/Scott Applewhite, File)


Maggie’s Straight-Talking Diplomacy

Maggie’s Straight-Talking Diplomacy

More than 20 years after her resignation, the late British prime minister Margaret Thatcher remains a global brand. A memorable line from her 1980 Conservative Party conference speech, “The lady’s not for turning,” became her sales pitch. Like the marketing slogans...