A new docuseries on Netflix delves into the foundational principles of the United States, with notable figures such as Kamala Harris, Al Gore, Mike Pence, and Hillary Clinton offering their reflections on the nation’s origins. The series, titled ‘The American Experiment,’ appears to acknowledge the inherent fragility of any societal construct, even as it examines the genesis of a nation.

The inaugural episode concludes with the poignant and somewhat foreboding lyrics of Laura Marling’s song “Devil’s Spoke.” The chorus, with its powerful folk melody, ominously warns: “All of this can be broken.” This stark message, delivered at the close of a historical documentary that ostensibly celebrates the nation’s establishment, might seem paradoxical, especially as the United States approaches its 250th anniversary.

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‘The American experiment is clearly ongoing’: Netflix series examines how the US was founded

In a new docuseries, names including Kamala Harris, Al Gore, Mike Pence and Hillary Clinton reflect on America’s origins. The first episode of The American Experiment ends with the song Devil’s Spoke by Laura Marling – the chorus of which has Marling ominously warning, over a rousing folk refrain: “All of this can be broken.” This may seem like a dark message for a historical docuseries celebrating the nation’s founding – particularly ahead of its 250th anniversary.