Good Conservatives always pay their bills. And on time. Not like the Socialists who run up other people's bills.
Margaret ThatcherBut the whole history of America is quite different from Europe. People went there to get away from the intolerance and constraints of life in Europe. They sought liberty and opportunity; and their strong sense of purpose has over two centuries, helped create a new unity and pride in being American.
Margaret ThatcherEach generation has to stand up for democracy. It can't take anything for granted and may have to fight fundamental battles anew.
Margaret ThatcherWe need a free economy not only for the renewed material prosperity it will bring, but because it is indispensable to individual freedom, human dignity and to a more just, more honest society.
Margaret ThatcherThere is no such thing as society, there is a living tapestry of men and women and the beauty of that tapestry, and the quality of our lives, will depend upon how much each of us is prepared to take responsibility for ourselves and to turn round and help, by our own efforts, those who are unfortunate. There's no such thing as entitlement unless someone has first met an obligation
Margaret Thatcher