For the second time in 14 years, Beijing is the host city for the Olympics, putting an intense spotlight on the athletes and China. While the nation has pushed back against criticism suggesting the politicization of the Olympic Games, moments from the opening ceremony suggest otherwise, including when the Olympic cauldron was lit by a Uyghur athlete. NBC’s Keir Simmons reports for TODAY.

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