Advocates and supporters of lowering the MLDA 21 to 18 allows young adults the right to make decisions about the consumption of alcohol. As the age of 18 entails an individual to legally become a young adult, receiving the “[rights] and responsibilities [required] to vote… and purchase cigarettes…” (Chiappetta), being prosecuted and tried as an adult, serve on juries, getting married, and drafting to the military – in which dangers the lives of themselves and others surrounding them. As lowering the MLDA from 21 to 18 will lessen the excitement to break the law for consuming alcohol finding the balance between moderation and consumption will become less taboo for workforce individuals and incoming university students. While allowing the consumption of alcohol in regulated and licensed environments and establishments as opposed to unsupervised house parties or fraternity houses “decreases the likelihood of danger and [controversial] actions” (McCardell). Advocates and adversaries of lowering the MLDA 21 both establish the safety of individuals who consume alcohol is always top priority. Making sure the alcohol consumers are comfortable and safe in whatever environment they drink in. …show more content…
Advocates believe that lowering MLDA 21 promotes teen rebellion and increasing the risks of early health conditions, including effecting the cognitive functions of the brain’s frontal lobe, obstructing the individual’s emotional development for teenagers and young adults. While also increasing the likelihood of traffic fatalities under the influence of alcohol. Adversaries believe that young adults are of age and have their own rights and responsibilities to make their own decisions to consume alcohol. As lowering the MLDA from 21 to 18, individuals are less likely to oppose the law and making the consumption of alcohol for young adults less