'Peace Summit' Aims to Steer Young Latinos From Gang Violence

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On the streets, Jose Gonzales and Jorge Rodriguez would be sworn enemies, prompted by their affiliation with competing gangs to snub, insult and perhaps attack each other. But yesterday the two young Latinos from Manassas stood shoulder to shoulder in a sun-filled Alexandria hotel lobby, joking with nervous camaraderie and savoring a formal respite from rivalry.