As a mother of children in college, I would prefer that the drinking age be lowered to 18.
When I was their age, it was being changed from 18 to 21 and the immediate rise in binge drinking was glaringly evident.
Drinking is like anything else that carries great risk; it should be taught by the parents at home, not by other kids who are too often clueless and reckless.
There is definitely something to be said for the rebelliousness of youth when it comes to drinking laws. Probably my period of largest alcohol consumption was right before I turned 21, that last month was one massive binge. The next month after I turned 21 not so much, it wasn’t quite as fun when it was legal.
I agree with you. I have yet to meet a parent that has not had to deal with their son or daughter underage drinking. The biggest thing is not, “don’t drink” it is DON’T DRIVE! And that rule applies no matter what the age.
I also think we have become too overbearing when it comes to our kids. Traditionally 18 was considered adult and there were adult expectations. Now, we never let go and we constantly make excuses for their immature behavior instead of teaching them how to be adult.
I’m still wondering how I ever made it to 45, without all the laws that are now on the books to protect “the children”.