San Francisco's Fillmore District

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The Fillmore District's transformation highlights its rich cultural history, once thriving with Jewish and Japanese communities, vibrant entertainment venues, and a renowned Jazz District. This diverse neighborhood, filled with synagogues, bakeries, and theaters, faced significant upheaval due to redevelopment efforts aimed at widening Geary Boulevard. This ambitious project drastically altered the landscape, displacing thousands and reshaping the community, reflecting broader themes of urban change and the impact of civic decisions on local populations.