Martha S Jones

Professor Martha S. Jones, an author and researcher at Johns Hopkins, delves into the history and legacy of the 19th Amendment and Black suffragettes. They discuss the limitations of the amendment and the ongoing struggles faced by women of color in voting rights. Professor Jones emphasizes the significance of family history in shaping identity and the challenges of tracing ancestry for Black Americans. The conversation also highlights untold stories of women like Harriet Tubman, urging the importance of acknowledging diverse voices in history and active participation in democracy.