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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

April 13, 2021

A Local Path to Unionizing?

Luke Taylor contends that independent contractors should be able to avoid federal antitrust constraints on organizing by allowing localities to intervene on the behalf…

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American Federalism

April 13, 2021

Florida Sues Federal Government Over Cruise-Ship Restrictions

Florida has sued the federal government over the Center for Disease Control's restrictions relating to the cruise ship industry. Florida's governor argues that the…

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American Federalism

April 12, 2021

Webinar on Federalism, Liberty, and Pandemics

The Federal Bar Association has announced a series of webinars on constitutional topics, including "Pandemics, Federalism and the Preservation of Liberty." Read more here.

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American Federalism

April 12, 2021

Biden Administration Budget Ups Spending for States and Localities

Bill Lucia reports that the Biden administration's fiscal 2022 budget plan includes a marked increase in funding for state and local programs. Read more…

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American Federalism

April 9, 2021

Should States Be Able to Control Local Police Funding?

Jabari Simama contends that states should refrain from interfering in local decisions about how to best fund police departments. Read more here.

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American Federalism

April 9, 2021

States Challenge Federal Law’s Tax-Cut Bar

Several states have filed lawsuits challenging the tax-cut ban included in the recent federal coronavirus-relief law. Read more here.

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April 8, 2021

Is a Federal or Centralized State Better in a Pandemic?

Andreas Kluth considers whether a government with a federal or central structure is better equipped to deal with a pandemic. Read more here.

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American Federalism

April 8, 2021

Login.gov to Partner with States and Localities

The federal government will be partnering with more states and localities for its Login.gov service. The service is available for federally funded programs. Read…

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American Federalism

April 7, 2021

Democratic Governors Push SALT Repeal

A group of Democratic governors are pushing the Biden administration to prioritize repealing the federal state-and-local-tax deduction cap. Read more here.

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News

April 7, 2021

Conference on Canadian Fiscal Federalism

The University of Ottawa will host "Fiscal Federalism in Canada: Analysis, Evaluation, Prescription," a virtual conference, on April 21-23. Read more here.

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News

April 6, 2021

A Constitutional Convention for Ethiopia?

Adem K. Abebe writes that Ethiopia needs a constitutional convention as part of an inclusive reform effort. He contends that calls for an end…

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News

April 6, 2021

Radio Broadcasts in Myanmar Educate Public About Federalism

In the wake of government efforts to cut off internet access to the nation's citizens, activists in Myanmar have launched an unlicensed radio broadcast…

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News

April 5, 2021

Canadian Energy-Environment Federalism

Duane Bratt analyzes the role that federalism plays in Canadian energy and environmental policy-making. 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.

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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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