Mary Woods
Mary Woods
Drinking Age 18?
Drinking Age 18?
Drinking Age 18?
Monday 1st June 2009
Mary Woods and Alex Koroknay-Palicz debate the pros and cons of lowering the drinking age to 18 on 'One Hour at a Time'.
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Get the buttons here!Youth Rights and the Drinking Age Debate: A Conversation with Alex Koroknay-Palicz
We haven't seemed to be able, as a society, to come up with a good solution for the ramifications of alcohol abuse, binge drinking, sexual assaults and all the other stuff that can occur accidents- as a result of underage drinking.
What happens when the legal drinking age becomes a hot topic? In this episode of 'One Hour at a Time', host Mary Woods sits down with Alex Koroknay-Palicz to tackle this contentious issue. Alex, known for his advocacy in youth rights, shares his journey from changing age-discriminatory policies in Michigan to his role as Executive Director of the National Youth Rights Association (NYRA). The conversation heats up as they delve into whether the drinking age should be lowered to 18.
Alex presents compelling data supporting the change, arguing that it could reduce binge drinking by integrating alcohol consumption into a more controlled environment. However, Mary raises significant concerns, including the fact that the human brain doesn't fully mature until around 25 and the potential lack of education on responsible drinking. They also explore how parental attitudes towards alcohol influence their children's drinking habits, adding another layer to this complex debate.
By the end of the episode, listeners are left pondering whether society is ready for such a shift and what measures could mitigate underage drinking's negative impacts. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in youth rights, public health, or societal change.