Drinking culture is socially centered and is a central aspect of the American lifestyle. This behavior is expected and the response surrounding it tends to be positive. Opinions Editor Maddie Peters argues It’s time we openly recognize alcohol’s negative impacts.
OPINION: Culture can be changed with a more inclusive drinking policy
The culture of alcohol in the United States is much different than in many places around the world. Opinions Editor Anna Hoffman argues that lowering the drinking age to 19 would keep alcohol out of high schools and demystify it, so it becomes less of a problem in society.