Written Copy of Evan and Hank's (me) Query

Raise Your Voice and Sing

By Hank Wu and Evan Villafranca

Hello my name is Hank, and my name is Evan.  We are here to present to you this week’s query.

“Those who wish to sing, always find a song.” -Swedish Proverb

There are people who change the world.  There are people who benefit mankind by singing their songs of integrity.

Let’s take a look back.   219 years ago (December 15, 1791 to be exact), the Bill of Rights came into effect.  Had people like Thomas Jefferson and James Madison not fought so hard for our Bill of Rights, America could be a very different country.  All of this happened because Thomas Jefferson and James Madison were brave enough to lift their voices in song.

All songs are unique to the individual, but some songs resonate for generations.  Even a passion, such as a sport, can hold a song.

Baseball is something that we all know and love.  It wasn’t always the diverse sport it is today.  Not too long ago (1947) a man named Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier, and changed both baseball and American History.  It took a lot of courage to get out there despite the adversities he faced.  All of this happened because Jackie Robinson wished to sing his song of integrity.

In music, artists usually sing about this topic, we will share part of a song that we think represents integrity, called Not Afraid by Eminem.

Whether it’s singing, playing baseball, putting your ideas to written words, or simply following your New Year’s Resolution, as long as you put enough effort and integrity into what you do, you will always find a way to accomplish your dreams.  Look at Jackie Robinson, Thomas Jefferson, and James Madison; listen to their songs of integrity.  They wanted to make the world a better place. 

This week’s Query is:  What is your song of integrity?