The political cowardice of the American left

The vocal opposition to Thatcher and her legacy in the wake of her death really underlines a basic difference between the British liberal left (and not only the far left) and the American left (liberal and even to its left).  When Ronald Reagan died, the American left did not dare voice criticisms of opposition to his rule and legacy but instead joined in the mourning of one of the most reactionary men ever.  At least Thatcher was smart and knew what she was talking about.