The Fulcrum was founded in 2019 by a group of journalists and civic leaders, including David Nevins and Debilyn Molineaux, who saw a need for a news source focused on efforts to strengthen American democracy. The idea behind the publication was to create a platform that would cover issues related to electoral reform, civic engagement, and the health of democratic institutions in a nonpartisan manner. The Fulcrum is currently owned and operated by The Bridge Alliance Education Fund, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting civic engagement and democratic reform. Today, The Fulcrum primarily covers news related to democracy reform, including topics such as voting rights, campaign finance, redistricting, and efforts to reduce political polarization. While their focus is on political and governmental issues, they approach these topics from the perspective of systemic reform rather than partisan politics. Based in Washington D.C., The Fulcrum has a team of journalists and contributors who provide in-depth reporting and analysis on democratic issues across the United States. One interesting fact: Unlike many news organizations that focus on breaking news or partisan commentary, The Fulcrum has a unique “solutions journalism“ approach. They not only report on problems within the American democratic system but also actively highlight potential solutions and ongoing efforts to address these issues, aiming to inspire and inform readers about ways to strengthen democracy.