Most people have heard of the debate in the United States over lowering the current drinking age. Many people think it should be reduced, but a considerable number of people also think it should stay the same. This debate has been going on for several years now and it appears there will be no change for now. The drinking age in the United States is currently 21, but for several reasons it should be lowered to 18. People think it's weird that the smoking age is 18, but the drinking age is 21? People care more about alcohol than tobacco products, but tobacco is one of the leading causes of death in the United States today. Allowing 18-year-olds to start using tobacco products, such as cigarettes or chewing tobacco, from as young as 18 will allow them to become addicted earlier and, in the long term, reduce their life expectancy. of life. Some people think it's absurd to let people smoke, but they can't go out with friends and drink. Smoking and drinking are both addictive and can have negative effects if used incorrectly, but smoking a cigarette is more harmful than drinking a beer. If they lowered the drinking age to 18, there would be a lot fewer alcohol-related problems. Lowering the drinking age would take away the enthusiasm of teenagers who drink. Underage drinkers view alcohol consumption as an act of rebellion. Underage teenagers will drink less than before since the thrill of drinking has disappeared. They will not drink as much as before because they know that drinking can happen more often and will not drink excessively. Underage teens drink excessively because they don't know when they will have the opportunity to drink again. When high school graduates go to college, they have to drink in secret, and only...... middle of paper...... age in the United States The age for drinking alcohol is of 21 years, but several reasons show that it should be lowered to 18 years. Alcohol consumption continues among people under the age of 21, however, by lowering the age, there will be fewer alcohol-related problems. Being able to drink is a sign of maturity and growth, and most people become more independent and make their own choices after the age of 18. When they make their own choices, they will take full responsibility for their actions. If a person is mature enough to smoke, they should be allowed to drink. The U.S. government should lower the drinking age to 18 based on the positive effects it will have on communities, states, and the nation. Lowering the drinking age in the United States has been one of the topics debated for years. However, it should be lowered, which would make the United States a better and safer place to live..