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What does it mean?
Goldwater mocks Hubert Humphrey's speaking speed by comparing it to reading Playboy.
In plain terms
He jokes Humphrey talks so fast it's like reading a magazine quickly.
What can you take from it?
Humor is used to critique political opponents' communication.

Where it applies

  • political debates
  • public speaking
  • media commentary

Putting it to work

  • mocking opponents
  • using analogies
  • lightening tone

Questions to consider

  • Does speed affect comprehension?
  • Is humor effective in debate?

Another view

The reference relies on dated cultural context.

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