Thatcherisms

If I had been more interested in politics during her reign, I'm guessing I would've collided a few times with her decisions, but it's her leadership that gets my admiration.  The Iron Lady never did mince words:

• Being powerful is like being a lady.  If you have to tell people you are, you aren't.
• Disciplining yourself to do what you know is right and important, although difficult, is the highroad to pride, self-esteem, and personal satisfaction.
•  If you want something said, ask a man; if you want something done, ask a woman.
•  If you just set out to be liked, you would be prepared to compromise on anything at any time, and you would achieve nothing.
•  Europe was created by history. America was created by philosophy.

 And my personal favorite:

• Any woman who understands the problems of running a home will be nearer to understanding the problems of running a country.