INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Educate yourself on the upcoming elections in order to get to know the different candidates and what they stand for. Watch the news and debates on TV, and do some research online on websites like USA.gov to stay informed and to determine which candidates you should support in order to help improve the education system.  Pay attention to all elections, from local board of education elections to presidential elections. These are all important and influential in different ways. If you aren’t sure which candidate values education more, consider supporting the one who wants to support and encourage teachers, improve school structure, and/or make higher education more accessible. Show support for your preferred candidate publicly by wearing t-shirts, hats, and buttons that display their name. You can also put signs in your yard or bumper stickers on your car that have the candidate’s name on them. This may make family, friends, and others who you come in contact with interested in learning more about the candidate, which could eventually lead to more votes for them. Political campaigns often rely heavily on volunteers to spread the word and seek out support. Contact your preferred candidate’s office via email or phone and ask how you can help. They’ll likely have something for you to do, such as stuff mailers or put up signs around town. After gaining a solid understanding of which candidates prioritize education and which don’t, register to vote if you haven’t already. On election day, go vote for the candidate who prioritizes education. Voting will bring your preferred candidate that much closer to winning and improving the education system.

SUMMARY: Familiarize yourself with different candidates’ stances. Display paraphernalia that advertises your preferred candidate’s name. Volunteer for a campaign. Vote for politicians who value education improvement.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Set the rod horizontal so you can easily reach the tip. Hold a lighter underneath the tip top of the rod, which is the ringed piece at the end of the rod, and heat it up for 4-5 seconds at a time. Once it’s heated, try pulling it off with a pair of pliers or by hand. If it doesn’t come off easily, try heating it for another few seconds.  Heating the tip top helps loosen the adhesive holding it in place so it’s easier to remove. If the tip snapped off of your rod, then you can remove the old tip top from the broken piece or you can skip this step. Rub the exposed tip of the rod with 120- or 220-grit sandpaper to smooth it out. Rotate the rod around the sandpaper until the tip is smooth and flush. It’s okay if there are small abrasion marks on the rod tip since it will have better adhesion to the new tip top. Rod cement is an adhesive that comes in a solid block and is used for fishing rods to hold guides and tips in place. Use a razor or craft knife to cut out small strips of the rod cement so they fit inside the hollow chamber on your rod tip top. You can buy rod cement and new tip tops from your local sporting goods store or online. Hold the new tip top with a pair of pliers and put the pieces of rod cement in the hollow tube at the end of it. Use your lighter to heat the rod cement for 4-5 seconds and melt it so you can attach it to your rod. Once the rod cement is melted, work quickly so it doesn’t solidify again. While the cement is still hot, slide it onto the tip of your rod and rotate it so the ring is in line with the other guides. Wipe away any excess rod cement with a piece of paper towel and let it set for at least 1-2 hours. Once the cement is dry, your rod is ready to use! If you need to adjust or reposition the tip top after the cement is dry, then heat it again for 3-4 seconds with your lighter.

SUMMARY: Heat the tip top of your fishing rod with a lighter to loosen the adhesive. Smooth the tip of the rod with sandpaper to remove any shards. Cut pieces of rod cement into strips that fit inside your new tip top. Melt the rod cement inside the tip top with your lighter. Slide the tip top onto your rod so it lines up with the guides and let it dry.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Press 1 end of the elastic bandage on your dog's back near its shoulder. Pull the bandage down and under its torso before bringing it back up near the shoulder. Bring the bandage down over the covered wound and wrap it around the dog's leg to keep the bandage in place. Repeat this a few times to stabilize the shoulder. Use moderate tension to avoid cutting off circulation. To create a harness-type bandage that secures the shoulder, pull the bandage behind the dog's neck and down onto its chest. Bring the bandage behind the leg of the affected shoulder and back up behind the dog's shoulder. Wrap the bandage around the leg a few times for support. You should see a V-shaped bandage on the dog's chest. Pull off a few inches of medical tape and cut it. Tape the bandage in place along the dog's back so the bandage doesn't unwind. You may need to use a few pieces. If you don't have medical tape, you can use masking tape or another strong tape that you have around the house. Some bandages come with butterfly closures that secure the elastic bandage in place. Slide your index finger under the bandage near your dog's leg and chest. You should be able to easily slide your finger under the bandage from the shoulder down across the chest. If you can't, the bandage is too tight and you should wrap it more loosely.

SUMMARY: Wrap an elastic bandage around your dog's torso and shoulder. Wrap the bandage behind the dog's neck and under the torso. Secure the bandage with medical tape. Run your finger under the bandage to check the fit.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Dad hats typically come as one size fits most, which will fit a head circumference of 22–23.5 inches (56–60 cm). If you’re ordering online, use a measuring tape to measure around your head. You may be able to find dad hats in a conventional sizes. A small size is 21–22 inches (53–56 cm), while a large size is 23.5–24.25 inches (59.7–61.6 cm). The best thing about the dad hat is the multiple ways that you can wear it. You can get the most use out of your dad hat if you stick to colors like gray, navy, black, dark green, red, and white. Dad hats typically feature a single embroidered image, logo, or phrase. Shop around to find one that expresses your individuality and tastes.  Corporate logos are popular, as are images from popular movie franchises. You can find dad hats with almost every major sports team’s logo on it. Many artists produce dad hats with a variety of political and social messages or artwork. It is generally considered a faux pas to keep the stickers on your dad hat. Peel off and throw away the stickers before you wear your hat for the first time.

SUMMARY:
Try on hats or measure your head to find the best fit. Choose neutral tones for the most versatile hat. Find a graphic that expresses your personality. Remove the stickers before putting the hat on.