Man Throws Eggs at Margaret Thatcher Statue: Social Media Reacts

The unveiling of a statue of Margaret Thatcher has sparked controversy and strong reactions on social media, culminating in an egg-throwing incident captured in a viral tweet. The tweet states, "News: Man throws eggs at the newly unveiled statue of Margaret Thatcher," which has ignited a flurry of comments and discussions online.

The tweet received responses from two Twitter users. British Alba, whose profile picture features an abstract design with blue and red patterns, asked, "Has the criminal been arrested?" This was quickly followed by Bufftontuffton1234, who replied, "No she died a long time ago," highlighting the misunderstanding and the humor in the situation.

The reactions in the comments section reveal deep-seated animosity towards the former Prime Minister. One user expressed, "I hope she is rotting in hell with Reagan. I hope all the cess poos are 'trickling down' on her soul," referencing the controversial economic policies known as "Trickle-Down Economics" associated with both Thatcher and Ronald Reagan.

Another comment quoted comedian Frankie Boyle, "As Frankie Boyle said after she died they should've given her body to the Scottish so they could dig her grave so deep they could deliver her to Satan personally." This reflects the intense dislike some people still feel towards Thatcher, particularly in Scotland.

One user humorously questioned, "Throwing eggs?!?? I thought the rich loved Thatcher?" This comment satirizes the perceived disconnect between Thatcher's policies and their impact on different socioeconomic groups.

The vitriol continued with another strong opinion, "She was a god d***** monster. She f***in made vampires and cannibals look good. F***in vile wretch, 'Thatcher,' was literally the UK's and the EU's f***in Reagan, who pushed 'Trickle-Down Economics' on everyone. That's how 'Reaganomics,' f***ed the whole Western World, not just 'Murrica'." This comment underscores the lasting negative legacy that some associate with Thatcher's tenure.

Other users chimed in with their disdain, such as "Margaret Thatcher the milk snatcher," a nickname that stems from her policy of removing free milk for schoolchildren. Another user asked for context, "I'm too young and American to know the full context. Why do the homies hate Margaret Thatcher?" This shows that even younger generations and those outside the UK are curious about the legacy of Thatcher.

One particularly graphic comment discussed vandalism of Thatcher's tombstone, "Didn’t they have to replace Thatcher’s tombstone because so many people used it as a toilet that it started eroding?" This illustrates the extreme measures some people have taken to express their contempt.

The overall reaction on social media suggests that the legacy of Margaret Thatcher remains a polarizing and deeply emotional topic for many. The egg-throwing incident is just the latest manifestation of the enduring animosity and strong opinions that the former Prime Minister continues to evoke.