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When Cartledge confirmed she had never cast a ballot, “she said she had thought about it many times but because she couldn’t read or write, she didn’t think her vote would count,” Moore said. Moore told her aunt that every vote counts — including hers. She offered to take her to an early voting station in Covington, Ga., where they both live. A record number of people turned out for early voting in Georgia this week, with about 600,000 just in the first two days. ALT

At the early voting station Wednesday, Moore helped Cartledge navigate and read aloud the voting information to her, including the names on the ballot. “She didn’t tell me who to vote for. That was my choice,” Cartledge said. Cartledge said the experience of casting her ballot was easier — and more emotional — than she had anticipated. “It was amazing,” she said, adding: “If I could do it, other people who can’t read and write can do it, too. Now I’m not ashamed of it.” In fact, Cartledge said it gave her a newfound sense of independence and pride. “It made me feel like I was American, and I was standing up for my rights,” said Cartledge, who has lived in Georgia her whole life. The experience was equally meaningful and memorable for Moore. “She was so excited when she came out, it was unbelievable,” she said.ALT

At 81, she just voted for the first time: ‘Made me feel like I was American’

For Helping Voters Who Can’t Read, She’s Been Criminally Charged — Twice. That Hasn’t Stopped Her.

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