"No one should be judged by age. Young people should be allowed to enter the adult world just as soon as they can demonstrate appropriate competence in one or more areas. Infantilized and trapped in the idiotic world of teen culture, many teens are understandably depressed or hostile. Until we allow competent teens to enter adult society, teen turmoil in the U.S.--the worst in the world--will continue. The NYRA is the only organization dedicated to achieving this important goal. It provides an invaluable service to our young people, our families, and our society as a whole."