SS 2600 Lecture : Should the drinking age in the United States be lowered to 18_ - Essay
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The drinking age in the united states is currently 21, but there are arguments for and against lowering it to 18. Supporters of lowering the drinking age argue that it would reduce underage drinking and encourage responsible drinking. On the other hand, opponents argue that lowering the drinking age could have negative consequences, such as an increase in alcohol-related accidents and injuries. In this essay, we will explore both sides of the debate and consider whether the drinking age in the united states should be lowered to 18. One of the primary arguments for lowering the drinking age is that 18-year-olds are legally considered adults and should have the right to make their own decisions about drinking. In most other countries, the legal drinking age is 18, and there is evidence to suggest that these countries have lower rates of alcohol-related accidents and injuries among young people than the.
