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Rio 2016: Opening ceremony lacking in Brazil dignitaries in wake of massive corruption scandals
Description
August 5, 2016
Some big names will be missing from the audience at the opening ceremony in Rio. Major political leaders have said they're skipping the show because of a massive corruption scandal. Though the country has seen its share of political corruption, this scandal is one for the ages. Vassy Kapelos reports.
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Description
August 5, 2016
Some big names will be missing from the audience at the opening ceremony in Rio. Major political leaders have said they're skipping the show because of a massive corruption scandal. Though the country has seen its share of political corruption, this scandal is one for the ages. Vassy Kapelos reports.
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