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Why States Matter

“The states, be they large or small, coastal or landlocked, wealthy or poor, play essential roles in the functioning of American federalism. In some ways, states may matter more now than they did in the past. Even though states are not featured prominently in K-12 curricula, teachers of U.S. history, civics, and/or government would be wise to consider the ways in which states contribute to American governance.”