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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

March 25, 2021

States Vary Widely in Delivery of Coronavirus Vaccines

Phil Galewitz traces the ways that states, after initially following guidance from the Centers for Disease Control, have increasingly gone their own way in…

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American Federalism

March 25, 2021

Cooperative Federalism and the EPA

Kelsey Brugger writes that the Environmental Protection Agency under the Biden administration faces a challenge in determining whether to take back enforcement powers that…

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American Federalism

March 24, 2021

Which States are the Most and Least Federally Dependent?

WalletHub has released a report concluding that Republican states are more dependent on federal dollars than states that lean Democratic. Read more here.

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American Federalism

March 24, 2021

Biden Administration Infrastructure Bill

The Biden administration is preparing a sizable infrastructure bill that is expected to focus on repairing roads, bridges, waterways, and rails (password required). Read…

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American Federalism

March 23, 2021

Does Bar on State Tax Cuts Undermine Federalism and Separation of Powers?

Ilya Somin questions the constitutionality of the provision in the federal stimulus bill that bars states from enacting tax cuts that are offset by…

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American Federalism

March 23, 2021

Counties Facing Financial Struggles Benefit from Federal Aid

Alan Greenblatt writes that the recently passed federal stimulus bill will provide a significant boost to counties that have struggled during the pandemic. Read…

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American Federalism

March 22, 2021

Stimulus Clawback Provision Draws Criticism

The recently passed federal stimulus bill includes a provision barring states and localities from using the funds to reduce taxes, something the writers at…

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American Federalism

March 22, 2021

Report on County Use of Federal Fiscal Assistance

A report by the National Academy of Public Administration reviews pandemic-related federal assistance to counties and innovative strategies some counties have tried in using…

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American Federalism

March 19, 2021

Tribes to Receive Significant Federal Aid

The recently passed federal stimulus bill includes $31 billion to address racial and economic inequities faced by tribal groups (password required). Read more here.

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American Federalism

March 19, 2021

A “New Federalism” Between the Federal Government and Localities?

Ronald Brownstein writes that the Biden administration should bypass the leadership of red states and partner directly with localities. He contends that "nothing would contribute…

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News

March 18, 2021

Federalism or Independence for Wales?

John Ball contends that Wales would benefit more from independence rather than remaining within the United Kingdom in any form of federal relationship. Read…

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American Federalism

March 18, 2021

Local Governments Consider How to Spend Stimulus Funds

Zoe Manzanetti outlines how localities plan to spend recently passed federal stimulus relief funds. Read more here.

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American Federalism

March 17, 2021

Federalism and the Supremacy Clause

David Rubenstein explores the role of federalism and the Supremacy Clause as state officials attempt to hold federal contractors accountable to state law. Read…

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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.

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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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