EFF Speech, Gates Coolness

May 23, 2025

The image displays a webpage from the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) titled "EFF and ACLU of Northern California to ISPs and Content Owners: Do Your Part to Protect Political Speech," authored by Corynne McSherry and dated August 25, 2008. At the top of the page, there is a prominent logo for the EFF, which features a stylized "E" and "F" in white against a red circular background. Below this, there is a smaller logo for the ACLU, which is also visible but not as prominently displayed. The main body of the text discusses the role of ordinary citizens in political discourse through blogs and user-generated content. It mentions statistics, such as "46% of Americans have already used the Internet in connection with the political campaign," and highlights the importance of user-generated content, noting that "35% of Americans watching online videos" and "10% using social networking sites" for political engagement. On the right side of the page, there is a section titled "Discover more," which invites users to sign up for email updates. This section includes fields for entering an email address and postal code, along with a submit button labeled "SUBMIT." There is also an anti-spam question related to the Electronic Frontier Foundation. At the bottom of the page, there are links to related issues, specifically "Free Speech." The overall layout is clean, with a white background and black text, making it easy to read. The page is designed for informational purposes, focusing on the intersection of technology, civil liberties, and political speech. The surrounding browser interface includes tabs for various applications and websites, but no specific details about those are visible in the image. The date and time in the top right corner indicate it is currently May 23, 2023, at 9:21 PM.
9:15 PM

California Love (Original Version)

https://youtu.be/J7_bMdYfSws

[Intro: Roger Troutman]

California love

[Chorus: Roger Troutman]

California knows how to party

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[Verse 1: Dr. Dre]

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[Chorus: Roger Troutman]

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[Post-Chorus: Roger Troutman]

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The image appears to be a still from a music video titled "What's My Age Again?" by the band blink-182, as indicated by the visible YouTube interface. The video is currently playing, showing a timestamp of 0:56 out of a total duration of 2:26. In the foreground, a young woman is featured prominently. She has long, dark brown hair that appears to be flowing or blowing slightly, suggesting movement. Her expression is playful and engaging, with a slight smile that reveals her teeth. She is looking towards the camera, which gives the impression of interaction or connection with the viewer. The woman is wearing a light-colored top, possibly a blouse or shirt, which has a loose fit. The background is somewhat blurred but suggests an outdoor setting, with hints of greenery and soft lighting that creates a warm atmosphere. The overall color palette is warm, with soft focus contributing to a nostalgic or dreamy quality. In the upper part of the image, the YouTube interface is visible, including the video title "blink-182 - What's My Age Again? (Official Music Video)" and the channel name "blink-182" with a subscriber count of 3.53 million. There are also playback controls visible, including a play/pause button, a timeline slider, and options to share or download the video. No additional text, logos, or trademarks are visible in the image aside from the YouTube branding. The setting appears to be casual and relaxed, typical of a music video environment, but no specific event or location is identifiable beyond this context.
1:30 AM

blink-182 - What's My Age Again? (Official Music Video)

https://youtu.be/K7l5ZeVVoCA

[Verse 1: Mark Hoppus]

I took her out, it was a Friday night

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[Chorus: Mark Hoppus with Tom DeLonge]

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The image appears to be a still from a video on YouTube, featuring a young man with light brown hair styled in a slightly tousled manner. He has a subtle smile and is looking slightly to his left. His attire consists of a dark blazer over a light-colored shirt and a tie, which is not clearly visible in detail. The background is somewhat blurred but suggests a studio setting, possibly for a television interview, with abstract shapes or designs visible. In the lower part of the image, there is a prominent orange banner with the word "TODAY" in white text, indicating that this content is associated with the "Today" show. Below this banner, there is additional text that reads: "From 1984: Bill Gates talks Microsoft early days, millionaire status." This text is in white against a black background, which also includes the view count of "285K views" and a timestamp indicating that the video was uploaded "3 months ago." The overall layout suggests that this is a thumbnail for a video, likely intended to attract viewers by highlighting a notable figure and an interesting topic related to technology and business history. The image's focus is on the young man, who is likely a public figure, given the context provided. However, I cannot confirm his identity. The video length is indicated as "6:34" in the bottom left corner, and there are other video thumbnails visible in the background, suggesting a browsing interface typical of YouTube.
1:30 AM (b)

I grew up, thinking Bill Gates, was cooler than Steve Jobs, and I used Windows and Microsoft products proudly, especially my Xbox.

I only bought one magazine, my whole entire life, it was the XBox Magazine

And in it, I found another magazine, who had made a very cool video game or something
The image depicts a scene set in an airport terminal. In the foreground, a young boy is leaning against a railing, holding onto it with both hands. He has short, dark hair and is wearing a light blue and gray striped sweater with a hood. His expression appears serious as he looks up at an adult man standing nearby. The adult man is dressed in a dark green jacket, which is slightly unzipped, revealing a red shirt underneath. He has curly hair and is holding a jacket in one hand, while his other hand rests on the railing. His posture suggests he is engaged in conversation with the boy, who seems to be listening intently. In the background, there are several other individuals. A woman with short blonde hair, dressed in a light-colored suit, walks past the boy and man. She appears to be focused on her surroundings. Another woman with long brown hair, wearing a dark jacket, is walking alongside a man in a suit, who has a serious expression. They are moving towards the exit of the terminal. The setting features large glass windows that allow natural light to enter, and there are visible airport elements such as a door labeled "PUSH" and a check-in area. The floor has a patterned carpet with green and blue designs, typical of airport interiors. The overall atmosphere suggests a busy travel environment, with people moving about and preparing for flights. No specific brands, logos, or trademarks are visible in the image. The focus remains on the individuals and their interactions within the airport setting.
3:15 AM

5 Seconds of Summer - She Looks So Perfect

https://youtu.be/X2BYmmTI04I

[Intro: All]

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[Verse 1: Luke]

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But don't move, honey

[Chorus: All]

You look so perfect standing there

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I got your name tattooed in a question mark

And I know now that I'm so down (Hey!)

[Post-Chorus: All]

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The image depicts a woman standing in an airport setting. She has shoulder-length, wavy blonde hair and is wearing a light-colored, collared coat with a button-up front. The coat appears to be a soft beige or cream color, and she has a subtle necklace around her neck. Her makeup is natural, with a focus on her eyes, which are blue. She has a calm expression on her face, with slightly pursed lips. In her right hand, she holds a dark bag, possibly a handbag or tote, while her left arm is raised, suggesting she may be adjusting or holding another bag. The background features large glass windows that allow natural light to enter, revealing a blurred view of airport structures and possibly other travelers. The setting appears to be busy, typical of an airport environment, but the focus remains on the woman. There are no visible signs, logos, or text in the image. The overall atmosphere suggests a moment of transition, as she seems to be arriving or departing. The colors in the image are soft and muted, contributing to a calm yet dynamic airport ambiance.
4:00 AM

[Chorus: Luke, All]

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[Post-Chorus: All]

Hey-hey, hey-hey, hey-hey, hey

[Chorus: All]

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