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Facebook Will Let Users Opt Out Of Political Ads

BOSTON (CBS) - Facebook users will soon be able to turn off political adds.

The social network said that over the next few weeks users will be able to opt out of seeing ads from political candidates, super pacs and other groups required to have the "paid for by" disclaimer on them.

Facebook also plans to launch a new Voting Information Center with details about polling places and how to register to vote.

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