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Once known as the most unpopular woman in Britain, Margaret Thatcher revived a nation that was in a state of chaos. She was the first woman elected Prime Minister of the country and the only in the 20th century to serve three consecutive terms which was the longest since 1827. Through her extraordinary vision she brought forth radical changes, not just in her country but worldwide. She had a profound and permanent impact on politics and …

…economy. Controversy over her tax policy and her reluctance to commit Britain to full economic integration with Europe led to many resignations amongst her cabinet. She believed it would pose a threat to the economic success that her government had achieved in the previous decade. Ironically, it had the opposite effect and caused her to lose tremendous support. Eventually she would be challenged for power and instead of suffering a humiliating defeat she resigned in 1990.