A passionate plea for justice and the preservation of Black heritage echoed through Seattle’s Central District yesterday as members of the Seattle Black Fire Fighters Association (SBFFA) rallied in front of their former house. The gathering was a call to action, raising awareness about the Association’s fight to reclaim the house they say was illegally sold and to galvanize support ahead of a crucial court date next week. This rally was much more peaceful than the previous one held two weeks ago, in which the new property owner, Camila Borges, showed up and attempted to disrupt the peaceful assembly occurring on the sidewalk in front of the house (video below).
A House of History, A Legacy Threatened
The house on 23rd and East Pike Street, purchased in the 1970s, isn’t just a building; it’s a living testament to the struggles and triumphs of Seattle’s Black firefighters. For decades, it served as a sanctuary, a meeting place, and a launchpad for countless careers and community initiatives…