In recent years, debates surrounding voting rights have intensified, especially concerning voter identification laws, gerrymandering, and the accessibility of polling places. Some argue that these measures are necessary to ensure the integrity of elections, while others contend that they disproportionately affect minority groups, the elderly, and low-income voters, leading to disenfranchisement.

Using the context provided, analyze the implications of these voting rights measures on the democratic process in the United States. In your response, discuss two specific implications of these measures, referencing relevant constitutional principles, court cases, or legislation that illustrate their impact.