Three Kids Walk Into a Bar...

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That is the big question of the day in Wisconsin politics. Apparently a lot of states allow parents to buy alcohol for their kids. The idea is for parents to have the chance to teach kids "responsible drinking". I don't know how many states allow kids to drink with their parents in bars though. The practice is being debated in the hallowed halls of Madison, WI. On one side, there are the arguments that not allowing kids in bars is making alcohol a "forbidden fruit" and actually encourages illegal drinking. On the other side are those who argue that kids don't belong in bars and this wouldn't do anything to take away parents' rights to teach their kids responsible drinking at home. There is also the argument that says it should be up to the bar owners to decide. After all, it is legal for kids to drink as long as their parents are present. There is also the fact that, while Wisconsin claims that the law is there to allow parents to teach responsible drinking, the reality is more like, a bunch of parents laughing at their drunk kids. I do think it is two different arguments though. Allowing parents to teach kids responsible drinking in the privacy of their own home is one thing.. kids getting loaded in bars is another thing all together. There are reasons we consider what goes on in bars "adult" activities. How would you react if you walked into a bar and saw a family getting blasted together?