Marco Rubio: Margaret Thatcher Understood the Power of Free Enterprise, Limited Government

Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., issued the following statement in response to the death of former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher:

"I join Margaret Thatchers family and the British people in mourning the loss of one of the 20th centurys most consequential leaders.

"From a young age, Margaret Thatcher understood what limited government and free enterprise could do for people and helped modernize Great Britains economy. Her passion for freedom and in advocating for the dignity of people trapped behind communisms Iron Curtain helped bring about the Soviet Unions end.

"As someone who grew up in the Ronald Reagan era, I admired the special bond he had with Margaret Thatcher. Through her work with Ronald Reagan, Margaret Thatcher helped deepen and solidify the special relationship between our two countries, which continues to benefit both nations to this day.

"We have lost a great leader, but Margaret Thatchers memory and legacy will always live on through the leadership lessons that defined her career. May God bless Margaret Thatcher and provide comfort to her family and those who admired her in Britain and around the world."