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What does it mean?
The speaker questions a political figure's past actions regarding Cambodia using a slang term for boating.
In plain terms
He asks if Kerry used boats to get to Cambodia in the past.
What can you take from it?
Past activities of leaders are subject to public scrutiny and questioning.

Where it applies

  • political campaigns
  • historical records
  • news reporting

Putting it to work

  • verify historical claims
  • question political records
  • research past service

Questions to consider

  • How do we verify past service?
  • Why focus on wartime actions?

Another view

The phrasing implies doubt without providing evidence.

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