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Topic: Alcohol should be banned Thematic Statement: Alcoholism is a major problem in the United States because it is a socially acceptable drug. I.Introduction: A.Alcohol is built into our social system. 1.It is used for any and every occasion a.Weddings b.Birthdays c.Holidays like Christmas and Thanksgiving. B. It is the most Legal and Lethal drug available. C. The abuse of Alcohol costs over $85 billion annually in lost productivity. II.Body …

…relative to those for using other drugs, it is considered a safer high and most popular among teenagers. 3. 70% of high school students report using alcohol and 42% have engaged in ‘binge’ drinking. III.Conclusion A.These actions are not without consequence. B.Recently the ages have been raised to 21 for Alcohol consumption in all 50 states but raising the age is not going to solve the problem, problem can only be solved when ALCOHOL will be BANNED.