The Fulcrum team believes in the deep connection between the creative arts and democracy – music in all its forms, poetry, theater, dance, literature and drama.
This playlist curated by Made By Us for Civic Season appeals to the human spirit; spirit that expresses the joys, sorrows and harmonies of the heart and soul. Indeed, culture is the quintessence of humanity’s expressive hope; the realm of endeavor in which our senses – sight, sound, smell, touch and taste – can be shared in family, community and country.
Listen to this wonderful playlist of music and see if you agree with us that collection speaks to our history as a nation and to our hopes and desires for an America that represents our ideals.




















Congressional candidate JoAnna Mendoza has leaned into her working class background as she runs for a seat in the U.S. House to represent Arizona’s 6th congressional district. (Courtesy JoAnna Mendoza campaign)
Politicians who come from working class backgrounds, like Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan (center) and Minnesota state Sen. Omar Fateh (right), are resonating with voters during a particularly challenging economic period. (Stephen Maturen/Getty Images)