Cobe Williams (left), a violence interrupter with the Ceasefire program, in a scene from the documentary "The Interrupters." (Image courtesy of Kartemquin Films)
The Interrupters
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The Chicago-based Ceasefire program uses "violence interrupters" -- men and women who were once active in gangs -- to promote peace in that city. A new documentary looks at the efforts of these people who stem the tide of gang violence.
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Alex Kotlowitz: Author and co-producer, with Steve James, of the new documentary "The Interrupters." He is the author of several books, including "There Are No Children Here."
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Cobe Williams: works with Ceasefire, a Chicago-based violence prevention organization, and is featured in the film "The Interrupters."
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