That was always going to be Veterans Day, and I'm confused why he's not leaving on Wednesday now.

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He decided not to run for re-election as president -- but not before he had spooked Goh's men by leaving the announcement until the last moment.

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But on the other hand, I think he's leaving the door open, saying to Cubans, listen, you know, I may not be around that long, but regardless of what happens to me, the revolution is going to continue.

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