The "Why" Of Castro

Castro declines to participate in Spain's Columbus Day military parade. One wonders why The Bearded One would pass up this opportunity. The reason certainly isn't the presence of American troops. Babalu Blog plays a game of Riddle me this.... to explore the reasons why. Personally, I am betting The Bearded One fears defections on the part of the Pride of the Cuban Revolution. (Hat tip to Barcepundit.)