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The video discusses the challenges of reaching consensus on the Internet, highlighting the issues with social media platforms like Twitter, YouTube, and Facebook. It critiques the architecture of these platforms for promoting divisive voices and unreliable news. The video argues that the Internet's problems are not new, as similar issues have existed since its early days. It uses a zoo analogy to explain how social media platforms are designed to keep users engaged, often at the expense of their well-being.

In what ways does the author suggest that social media platforms prioritize certain types of content?

What metaphor does the author use to explain the behavior of social media platforms?