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The Vermont Cynic

The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

Fake IDs are a consequence of American policy failure

Fake IDs are a consequence of American policy failure

Lucas Martineau, Opinion columnist April 8, 2024

Last Wednesday was my 21st birthday. Given that I had two exams the following day, I opted for a calm night out with my friend to celebrate. We got to the bar at 11:57 p.m. on the eve of my birthday,...

Change the drinking age to 18

Change the drinking age to 18

Christophe Meunier, Opinion Columnist April 19, 2022

I turned 21 two weeks ago, and upon finally being able to purchase alcohol legally, I went on a bit of a bender. By the time my bender was over, I irresponsibly finished four handles of liquor in a little...

A sobering look at the drinking age in U.S.

A sobering look at the drinking age in U.S.

May 6, 2016

Every Friday night in Burlington, hundreds of people buy booze for their friends and acquaintances who aren’t yet 21.How do I know this? Observation. Experience. Common sense.If I buy three 30-racks,...

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