Should the Drinking Age Be Lowered?

All states have outlawed drinking by teenagers yet studies show that more than half of high school seniors have consumed alcohol while younger teenagers drink as well. Through objective discussion, numerous direct quotes, and full-color illustrations this title examines What Are the Origins of the Drinking Age Controversy? Are Teenagers Mature Enough to Drink? Can a Lower Drinking Age Reduce Binge Drinking? Can Other Countries Serve as a Model? Do U.S. Lawmakers Favor a Lower Drinking Age?