NEWS News media Information 202 / 418-0500Fax-On-Demand 202 / 418-2830 TTY 202/418-2555Internet: http://www.fcc.govftp.fcc.gov Federal Communications Commission 445 12th Street, S.W. Washington, D. C. 20554 This is an unofficial announcement of Commission action. Release of the full text of a Commission order constitutes official action. See MCI v. FCC. 515 F 2d 385 (D.C. Circ 1974). FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NEWS MEDIA CONTACT April 8, 2013 brigid.calamis@fcc.gov STATEMENT OF COMMISSIONER ROBERT M. McDOWELL ON THE PASSING OF FORMER BRITISH PRIME MINISTER MARGARET THATCHER The following statement can be attributed to Commissioner Robert M. McDowell: “The passing of former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher marks a sad loss not only for the United Kingdom, but for the United States and everyone who cherishes freedom across the globe. She rose from humble but proud roots to become not only one of the most influential women in world history, but one of the greatest global leaders of all time. Through her steely resolve, unparalleled intellect and inexhaustible energy, she stared down sexism, skepticism, statism and Communism. At the same time, she promoted freedom and prosperity while strengthening the sovereignty of the individual. It was a profound honor to have met her. She set a standard of statesmanship I hope is emulated for centuries to come.” # # #