Mael

i got an e-mail today from a friend, a forward, and i think it screams of a hoax, but haven't been able to find anything about it on snopes.com. any of you know if this is true or not?

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Subject: OPT out of sharing PERSONAL INFO

Just to remind you that personal information goes public starting July
1, 2003. The four major credit bureaus in the US (Equifax, etc.) will be
allowed to release credit info, mailing addresses, phone numbers, etc.,
to ANYONE who requests it.

If you do not want to be included in this release of your personal
information, you can call 1-888-567-8688.

Once the message starts you will want Option #2 (even though Option #1
refers to this email, push #2) and then follow the prompts.

Be sure to listen closely, the first option is only for a two-year
period. Make sure you wait until they prompt for the third option, which
opts you out forever.

You should receive their paperwork in the mail confirming the "opting
out" in less than one week after making the call.

PASS THIS MESSAGE ON TO ALL IN YOUR ADDRESS BOOK, FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
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