Ronald Reagan And Margaret Thatcher: A Comparative Analysis

Ronald Reagan and Margaret Thatcher were both leading their countries in new directions during their respective terms in office, it was the strongest transatlantic partnership since the second world war, however, much they differed in style, they shared the same vision. They both saw their international interests converge as the Cold War reheated, and both promised to implement parallel monetarist, free market, and incentive-based economic policies. At the beginning of their partnership in power, Reagan and Thatcher sought to demonstrate a commonality in New Right domestic policy and closeness in Cold Warrior foreign policy. This unity provides a valuable political cover as they addressed economic challenges at home and Communism abroad.