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Seattle Children’s March Evokes Legacy of Civil Rights Movement Youth

by Sharon H. Chang


“When I say Black Lives, you say Matter. Black Lives–” “Matter!” “Black Lives–” “Matter!” Three thousand children and adults gathered at Garfield High School’s playfield on Saturday afternoon for the Seattle Children’s March to demand an end to police brutality, anti-Blackness, and systemic racism. The playfield was filled with children ranging in age from toddlers and preschoolers to tweens and teens. The march was organized by a committee of Black youth and child leaders with the support of adult educators, parents, and artists. Continue reading Seattle Children’s March Evokes Legacy of Civil Rights Movement Youth