This is a whole new level of crazy! While many are rejoicing after Utah’s ban on same-sex marriages was overturned in December 2013, a 35-year-old man from Utah, Trestin Meacham is allegedly refusing to eat anything until the state nullifies its decision.
Since the 21st of December 2013, Meacham had reportedly gone 12 days without food, surviving only on water and an occasional vitamin alone. He has already lost more than 25 pounds.
On his Twitter account, he wrote:
“I cannot stand by and do nothing while this evil takes root in my home,” he reportedly wrote on his blog. “Some things in life are worth sacrificing one’s health and even life if necessary. I am but a man, and do not have the money and power to make any noticeable influence in our corrupt system. Nevertheless, I can do something that people in power cannot ignore.”
Meacham claims that he will fast until Utah decides to nullify the court’s decision on legalizing same-same sex marriages. This isn’t the first time that extreme anti-gay demonstrations have taken place in protest of a state’s decision to legalize same-sex marriages, though.
We really wonder how long he’s able to go without food. Do you think he’s determined, or just plain silly?
Take a look at some of his tweets throughout his fast:
