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Federalism Library

The Federalism Library is an online multimedia collection of articles, books, and podcasts exploring contemporary and classic questions related to federalism. It includes material created by the Center for the Study of Federalism, as well as carefully curated information from prominent writers on federalism.

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August 22, 2024

Transgender Health and Equal Protection

Ezra Young examines an upcoming U.S. Supreme Court case involving Tennessee's criminalization of transgender healthcare, and considers whether that law violates the U.S. Constitution's…

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August 21, 2024

Course in Fiscal Decentralization and Management Offered

The Duke Center for International Development will offer an "executive education" course titled "Fiscal Decentralization and Local Government Financial Management" in 2025. Read more…

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August 21, 2024

Federalism in Libya?

Federica Saini Fasanotti explores the possible benefits that federalism could offer to the nation of Libya. Read more here.

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August 20, 2024

Canadian National Leaders and First Nations Representatives Meet

Several Canadian federal cabinet members have met with the Assembly of First Nations, the national organization representing First Nations citizens in Canada, to further efforts…

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August 20, 2024

Discussion Comparing Canadian and Swiss Federalism

As part of the "Contemporary Issues in Canadian Federalism Series," the Canada School of Public Service presents an online discussion comparing Canadian and Swiss federalism. Read…

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August 19, 2024

The Future of the IIJA

Hannah Edelheit with the National Conference of State Legislatures considers how the 2024 federal elections could affect the federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act,…

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August 19, 2024

Social Connections and Local Independence in China

A group of scholars examine how local leaders with hometown connections to members of the Politburo Standing Committee are able to implement policies less in conformity with…

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August 16, 2024

“New History of Federalism” Conference Announced

A conference titled "The New History of Federalism" will be held September 26-28 at the University of Missouri, Columbia. Read more here. 

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August 16, 2024

“Advanced Introduction” to Federalism Book

Alain-G. Gagnon and Arjun Tremblay have authored Advanced Introduction to Federalism (Northampton, MA: Edward Elgar, 2024), as part of the "Elgar Advanced Introductions" series. Read more here.

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August 15, 2024

Federal Powers During a Pandemic

Julia Whitehead and Braden Leach review how the federal government has responded to widespread disease threats before and during the Covid-19 pandemic. Read more…

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August 15, 2024

Federal Law-Enforcement Funding and Screening for White Supremacists

Jerron Wheeler contends that Congress should condition federal funding for state and local law enforcement officers on the implementation of a screening process for white supremacists…

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August 14, 2024

Book on the EU and International Politics

Guido Montani has written Anthropocene and Cosmopolitan Citizenship: Europe and the New International Order (Abingdon: Routledge, 2024). The book explores what role the European Union can play…

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August 14, 2024

Book on the Emergence and Demise of Federal Systems

The Making and Ending of Federalism (Leiden: Brill, 2024), a new book edited by a group of scholars and included in the "Studies in Territorial…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of the Center for the Study of Federalism (CSF)?

The Center for the Study of Federalism (CSF) is a nonpartisan, interdisciplinary research and education institution dedicated to supporting and advancing scholarship and public understanding of federal theories, principles, institutions, and processes as practical means of organizing power in free societies.

Who are the Fellows at the Center for the Study of Federalism?

All of the CSF Fellows hold advanced degrees, are affiliated with academic institutions, and are scholarly experts in their fields. For more on each Fellow see CSF Fellows.

What is the purpose of the CSF website?

Most political and public issues in the United States are influenced to some extent by its federal system. Yet many do not understand that system. The CSF website seeks to foster a better understanding among the general public and scholars of federal governing systems generally and, specifically, of the federal system of government in the United States of America.

Are the materials on the Center for the Study of Federalism website copyright-protected?

The CSF materials are free to use for educational purposes. If published, please acknowledge CSF as the source. If you intend to use these materials for profit, please, contact the Center for the Study of Federalism for permission. Some materials on the website are not owned by CSF and permission to use those materials should be sought with those holding legal title to the material.

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Federalism Matters Podcast

Federalism is American government’s best kept secret. Its influence is pervasive and profound. Though not mentioned in the Constitution, federalism’s meaning and application have been at the center of disputes from 1776 to the Civil War to our current culture wars. We are scholars who focus on federalism, and through this podcast, we explore how federalism, from practice to theory, shapes our politics, policies, culture, society, and daily life.

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The Federalism Minute

Federalism’s influence on American government, culture and society is pervasive and profound, yet often unexplored. This short podcast examines single, practical topics to show how federalism’s influence is real and relevant in average citizens’ daily lives.

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