Her grandparents fought to join American democracy. She’s fighting to complete it.

In the 19th, a series of columns is being written by Errin Haines to reflect on the expansion of democracy. This comes as the country approaches its 250th anniversary. The series draws on personal history, including the story of Joseph and Nellie Gamble, who were born in Jim Crow Alabama. They were unable to vote for much of their adult lives due to racist laws. Further details on this story and the series are available through The Amendment newsletter, which can be subscribed to for more information on the complicated expansion of democracy in the area.