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April 13, 2012

Child Actors Shame Mexico's Politicians with Mockumentary

AP, Associated Press

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A video "mockumentary" that shows children as kidnappers, corrupt cops and drug traffickers has sparked a fierce debate in violence-torn Mexico, with some people calling it a needed wake-up call while others described it as political manipulation or even child abuse.

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