Post by Doc Henry on Sept 25, 2010 13:46:08 GMT -5
As the camera opens, we see a shot of the Vigo County Fairgrounds in Terre Haute, IN. Many cars are pulling in, balloons and signs up all over. It is a nice fall day, and many families and friends are gathered for the walk for Autism. A limousine pulls into the entrance, and stops at the Registration booth. The door opens, and Doc Henry steps out, his Tag Title over his left shoulder.
After spending several minutes with the families, Doc approaches the donation table, and lays down a check for $25,000. He is here to do more than just give money, as the event director approaches him. "Mr. Henry, we are thrilled you could make it given your tight schedule"
"Thank you for having me."
"Mr. Henry, you'll be saying a few words, and then cutting the ribbon to kick off the walk. Again, I'd like to thank you for your donation of money and time to help us out."
"Anytime, it's always great to help out our young fans." Doc is led to the VIP trailer, where he sits and relaxes, enjoying coffee and donuts. As he awaits the time for him to perform his duties, the door opens, and Hank Brown walks through. "Well, Mr. Brown, why am I not surprised to see you?"
"Well, do you have time to answer a few questions?"
"If you make it quick."
"Well, Doc, what brings you here today?"
"Well, Hank, as you know, the WCF likes to try to help our young fans. The people at Autism speaks called me up, and asked if I would be willing to be the special guest. Naturally as World Tag Champion, I agreed."
"Why Autism, why not something like cancer or juvenile diabetes?"
"Well Hank, it's quite simple really. Autism is the fastest-growing serious developmental disability in the U.S. It is something that our country needs to not ignore anymore."
"So, your here today to help spread the word?"
"Yes Hank, the statistics and figures are scary. For example, Autism now affects 1 in 110 children and 1 in 70 boys, Autism prevalence figures are constantly growing. More children will be diagnosed with autism this year than with AIDS, diabetes & cancer combined. Autism costs the nation over $90 billion per year, a figure expected to double in the next decade."
"Wow, I had no idea..."
"That's nothing, every 20 minutes, a new case is diagnosed, with no medical detection or cure. Autism receives less than 5% of the research funding of many less prevalent childhood diseases. Boys are four times more likely than girls to have autism. Before too long, there will be a member of every family on the Autism Spectrum." Doc finishes his cup of coffee, "Hank, here are some numbers I think need to be made aware.
Leukemia affects 1 in 1,200 and receives $277 million in private funding each year. Muscular Dystrophy affects 1 in 100,000 with $162 million. Pediatric AIDS, 1 in 300 and funding of $394 million. Juvenile Diabetes affects 1 in 500 and receives $156 million. Whereas Autism affects 1 in 110 and only receives $79 million each year in funding. The government is even more imbalance, the National Institutes of Health Funds Allocation in 2009 was a
total budget of $35.9 billion. Of this, only $196 million goes directly to autism research. Representing 0.5% of their total funding."
Hank Brown is left speechless as a knock comes to the door, "Mr. Henry we are ready for you." Doc stands and looks at Hank, "My private jet is at the Terre Haute Intl. Airport. Donate some money to a worthy cause, and you can hitch a ride back to Sacramento with me." As Doc exits the trailer, Hank can be seen pulling his wallet out.
Doc steps up to the starting line, as a DJ from the local radio station 100.7 hands him the microphone. "Thank you Terse Haute!" The crowd cheers, as he continues. "When I look out here today, I see many champions, the families, friends, and most importantly, those themselves living with some form of Autism. Today is a day to remember, as you are now all members of a group of people to give hope to others. With the donations raised today, we take another shot in the fight against Autism Spectrum Disorders. Like all of you here who are fighting daily with Autism, I will be in a battle this Monday at WCF's War pay-per-view. Unlike my fight, which there will be an end, and a clearly defined finish, the fight everyone of you have with these disorders has no end in sight. Don't let this scare you, as with our donations and hard work, we shall overcome! When I win the match, and the WCF World Heavyweight Championship, it will be with all of you in mind!" As the crowd cheers, Doc is handed the scissors. "Now, Let's walk, and get closer to our goal!"
As the camera outside begins to pull back we see Doc Henry cut the ribbon, and the teams begin their walk...
After spending several minutes with the families, Doc approaches the donation table, and lays down a check for $25,000. He is here to do more than just give money, as the event director approaches him. "Mr. Henry, we are thrilled you could make it given your tight schedule"
"Thank you for having me."
"Mr. Henry, you'll be saying a few words, and then cutting the ribbon to kick off the walk. Again, I'd like to thank you for your donation of money and time to help us out."
"Anytime, it's always great to help out our young fans." Doc is led to the VIP trailer, where he sits and relaxes, enjoying coffee and donuts. As he awaits the time for him to perform his duties, the door opens, and Hank Brown walks through. "Well, Mr. Brown, why am I not surprised to see you?"
"Well, do you have time to answer a few questions?"
"If you make it quick."
"Well, Doc, what brings you here today?"
"Well, Hank, as you know, the WCF likes to try to help our young fans. The people at Autism speaks called me up, and asked if I would be willing to be the special guest. Naturally as World Tag Champion, I agreed."
"Why Autism, why not something like cancer or juvenile diabetes?"
"Well Hank, it's quite simple really. Autism is the fastest-growing serious developmental disability in the U.S. It is something that our country needs to not ignore anymore."
"So, your here today to help spread the word?"
"Yes Hank, the statistics and figures are scary. For example, Autism now affects 1 in 110 children and 1 in 70 boys, Autism prevalence figures are constantly growing. More children will be diagnosed with autism this year than with AIDS, diabetes & cancer combined. Autism costs the nation over $90 billion per year, a figure expected to double in the next decade."
"Wow, I had no idea..."
"That's nothing, every 20 minutes, a new case is diagnosed, with no medical detection or cure. Autism receives less than 5% of the research funding of many less prevalent childhood diseases. Boys are four times more likely than girls to have autism. Before too long, there will be a member of every family on the Autism Spectrum." Doc finishes his cup of coffee, "Hank, here are some numbers I think need to be made aware.
Leukemia affects 1 in 1,200 and receives $277 million in private funding each year. Muscular Dystrophy affects 1 in 100,000 with $162 million. Pediatric AIDS, 1 in 300 and funding of $394 million. Juvenile Diabetes affects 1 in 500 and receives $156 million. Whereas Autism affects 1 in 110 and only receives $79 million each year in funding. The government is even more imbalance, the National Institutes of Health Funds Allocation in 2009 was a
total budget of $35.9 billion. Of this, only $196 million goes directly to autism research. Representing 0.5% of their total funding."
Hank Brown is left speechless as a knock comes to the door, "Mr. Henry we are ready for you." Doc stands and looks at Hank, "My private jet is at the Terre Haute Intl. Airport. Donate some money to a worthy cause, and you can hitch a ride back to Sacramento with me." As Doc exits the trailer, Hank can be seen pulling his wallet out.
Doc steps up to the starting line, as a DJ from the local radio station 100.7 hands him the microphone. "Thank you Terse Haute!" The crowd cheers, as he continues. "When I look out here today, I see many champions, the families, friends, and most importantly, those themselves living with some form of Autism. Today is a day to remember, as you are now all members of a group of people to give hope to others. With the donations raised today, we take another shot in the fight against Autism Spectrum Disorders. Like all of you here who are fighting daily with Autism, I will be in a battle this Monday at WCF's War pay-per-view. Unlike my fight, which there will be an end, and a clearly defined finish, the fight everyone of you have with these disorders has no end in sight. Don't let this scare you, as with our donations and hard work, we shall overcome! When I win the match, and the WCF World Heavyweight Championship, it will be with all of you in mind!" As the crowd cheers, Doc is handed the scissors. "Now, Let's walk, and get closer to our goal!"
As the camera outside begins to pull back we see Doc Henry cut the ribbon, and the teams begin their walk...
