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Thousands of children attend annual WE Day

Apr 21, 2017, 9:45 AM

More than 12,000 children will converge on Seattle Center for WE Day.

The children earned their ticket to the massive event from volunteering and social justice activities in their school.

Coach Pete Caroll and the Seahawks will be in attendance as well as motivational speakers and other performers.

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Thousands of children attend annual WE Day