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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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American Federalism

May 26, 2021

The Geographic Distribution of Environmental Citizen Lawsuits Explored

David E. Adelman and Jori Reilly-Diakun consider whether environmental citizen lawsuits, which are intended to work with the system of cooperative federalism to help…

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American Federalism

May 26, 2021

Podcast on Federalism and State Elections

A new episode of the "Briefly" podcast produced by the University of Chicago Law Review focuses on the federal government's role in state elections.…

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American Federalism

May 25, 2021

Video on Federalism and State Sovereignty

The Federalist Society has posted a video from a recent online event titled, "State Sovereignty or Fair-Weather Federalism?" You can view the video here.

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American Federalism

May 25, 2021

Can ARP Help with Water Infrastructure?

Joseph W. Kane contends that funds made available by the American Rescue Plan should be used to support state and local long-term water infrastructure…

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American Federalism

May 24, 2021

Webinar on Federalism and the Pandemic

The Miller Center at the University of Virginia will host an online event titled "Federalism in the Age of COVID-19" on May 27. Read…

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American Federalism

May 24, 2021

States and Localities that Lost Revenue During Pandemic Allowed Greater Flexibility with Federal Funds

Federal officials recently informed local officials that states and localities that lost money during the pandemic have greater flexibility in how they choose to…

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American Federalism

May 21, 2021

How Should Schools Use Federal Relief Funds?

In a commentary, Marguerite Roza and Chad Aldeman urge state and local school leaders to use federal relief funds to address a variety of…

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American Federalism

May 21, 2021

Review of “The Divided States of America”

Suzanne Garment has penned a review of Donald F. Kettl's recent book, The Divided States of America: Why Federalism Doesn't Work. Read more here.

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News

May 20, 2021

Do Central Grants in India Undermine Regional Power?

Nupur Nirola and Atrayee Choudhury consider the impact of revenue decentralization on regional investment through grants from the national government. Read more here.

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News

May 20, 2021

Nigeria and “Pseudo-Federalism”

Mayowa Abiru examines some of the issues that have hindered Nigeria's development, including the presence of "pseudo-federalism." Read more here.

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American Federalism

May 19, 2021

Is There a Path to More Meaningful Consultations Between the Federal Government and Tribes?

Michael C. Blumm and Lizzy Pennock call for "meaningful" collaboration between the federal government and the nation's Indian tribes. Read more here.

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American Federalism

May 19, 2021

Does Florida’s Support for the Cruise Industry Risk Damaging Public-Health Federalism?

Meryl Chertoff writes that Florida governor Ron DeSantis has "manipulated federalism principles" and shown contempt for public-health federalism in an effort to boost the…

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American Federalism

May 18, 2021

How Should the States Use Federal Stimulus Funds?

Josh Goodman and Adam Levin offer suggestions for how states could effectively use federal stimulus funds. Read more here.

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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.

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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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