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.
Daniel Vock reports that an organization of city transportation officials is calling on the federal government to require vehicle manufacturers to demonstrate improved safety…
Emmanuel Arnaud examines the federal prosecution of local criminal activity in Puerto Rico. Read more here.
In an op-ed, Lee Habeeb reviews several federalism-related issues in the United States and suggests that "federalism is on a roll." Read more here.
Cary Coglianese contends that Congress should pass legislation giving the federal government clear authority to create a "rational, nationally coordinated strategy that meets the challenges…
Karen Tani looks at the history of the Pennhurst litigation and how it ultimately "limited the role of the federal government in the lives of all Americans." Read…
Hanna Kleider and Simon Toubeau analyze the policy consequences of decentralization and offer five conclusions about how this field can develop a coherent research approach. Read more…
In an op-ed, Kassahun Melesse contends that it is time for Ethiopia's ethnic federalism to be replaced. He suggests that bold leadership is needed…
A group of philanthropic foundations have funded an online hub to assist localities identify and apply for federal infrastructure funds. Read more here.
Kaiser Health News reports that little of the federal funds authorized a year ago for COVID-19 disparities have been used by states. Read more…
In an op-ed, Ranhilio Callangan Aquino calls for a renewed effort to bring federalism to the Philippines, arguing that federalism is not only a…
The Biden administration has released $45 billion in infrastructure funds to states for broadband improvements. Read more here.
Donald F. Kettl considers the role that county governments could play during future pandemics. Read more here.
The Local Solutions Support Center has issued a report exploring the increasing effects of state preemption of local laws. Read more here.
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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.
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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