Multiple privileges are given when people first turn eighteen. Whether it’s no more state driving curfew, or the ability to purchase items only “adults” can buy, there’s no arguing that we get more than when we were considered “underage”. With this newly found classification of being an official adult, why is it that we are not trusted to consume alcohol? Once you turn eighteen the law states that you’re allowed to transport alcohol. You can drive with alcohol in your car as long as the container is unopened and is far from reaching distance, and if you’re a waiter/waitress you may deliver alcohol to your assigned table. If we’re trusted with being around it, how are we not trusted to part take in consuming the substance? The ongoing question that seems to be left unanswered is if the drinking age should be lowered to 18. I strongly believe that if we are trusted to be around it, we should be trusted to consume it. Otherwise, honestly, it’ just a tease until we reach the age 21.
