Castro appeared tired and pale, yet alert in the videotaped encounter, speaking quietly but clearly enjoying himself as he chatted with Chavez, his close friend and political ally. Acting president Raul Castro was also present for the encounter on his brother's 80th birthday.I still say he's been dead for a couple of weeks (a la Weekend at Bernie's) but they're trying to let the people know slowly.
As the men bantered back and forth, Castro's voice was inaudible. He was later shown in animated conversation with Chavez, but music played over his words.
Maybe they should show the tape to Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist. After all, he's well-known for diagnosing people via video tape and pronouncing them to be in excellent health.
