The recent referendums in Nepal set the nation on a path toward a federal form of governance. In this op-ed, the writer argues that…
Michael Henry Yusingco writes that the "imperial character of Metro Manila" reflects the over-centralized nature of the Philippine government. Yusingco argues that an essential goal…
In this op-ed, the writer asserts that Nigerian federalism remains in a "fledgling" state because the federalist structure was forced on the nation. The…
In the last decade, California has banned the sale of certain foods made from animals. Eaters and farmers have launched constitutional challenges to these…
In a recent report, the General Accounting Office studied "remote sales" -- typically, sales made by Internet retailers. Under current law, states cannot require…
Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy of Spain took control of Catalonia after the region declared independence two months ago. The central government has set elections…
States across the country are halting enrollment in the Children's Health Insurance Program. CHIP funding lapsed at the end of September, and redistributed funds…
Liz Farmer writes that the new tax bill will likely increase the debt load of states and localities. The proposed lower corporate tax rate,…
Cary Coglianese and Shana Starobin write that state and local governments must be mindful of potential federal statutory and constitutional hurdles before enacting environmentally…
In this article, Timothy J. Conlan synthesizes research on the changing relationship between American federalism and the U.S. political system. He examines how three…
The National Conference of State Legislatures has an article summarizing a group of pending U.S. Supreme Court cases that are expected to have a variety of…
This article from Slate examines a bill recently passed by the U.S. House of Representatives that would allow people to carry hidden guns in every state…
In these articles, Stan Veuger and Benjamin Zycher debate the Republican proposal to eliminate the state and local tax deduction. Veuger asserts that the…
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