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Originally Posted by EULA
Drinking is only about half as fun when you're allowed to.
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A very accurate observation. I think that more attention needs to be focused on teaching responsible behavior, at a younger age, than in inhibiting behavior. I know people younger than 21 that are more mature than some people
my age (42). Who decided that 21 was a magic age? A 16 year old is empowered to operate a 2000 pound chunk of metal, at speeds in excess of 65mph down a highway. 18 year olds are entrusted to decide upon the leader of the most powerful nation on earth. 19 year olds are asked to fight and lay down their lifes blood for reasons that are often not fully understood by them. But, you're not ready to drink until you're 21? I still don't get it. Not even after all these years. To me, if someone is old enough to come home in a flag draped coffin, he's old enough not to be arrested for Minor In Possession