After 3 weeks of being denied vegan meals, Eric McDavid is now on a hunger strike. Since January 13th, he has been held in the Sacramento County Main Jail and denied vegan food. His family has reported that his health has been failing from three weeks of malnourishment. Eric began the hunger strike on January 31st. Despite the efforts of his family, friends, and lawyer he has not been given food he can eat. Supporters are asking that people call the county jail and politely but firmly request that he be given vegan food (food without animal products such as meat, dairy, or eggs) before his health deteriorates further. They say that people should point out that being able to eat is Eric’s human right and vital to his physical and mental well-being. Read more

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