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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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February 19, 2021

A Sovereign Wales in a UK Confederation?

Glyndwr Cennydd Jones points to an article by CSF Fellow John Kincaid, "Confederal Federalism and Citizen Representation in the European Union" (1999), in exploring…

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American Federalism

February 18, 2021

A New Direction for Tribal Issues?

Traci Morris writes that the nomination of Deb Haaland, a Native American, to lead the U.S. Department of the Interior could mark a significant…

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February 18, 2021

Federalism and Canada’s Response to the Coronavirus

Max Rosen explores what role federalism has played in Canada's 'inconsistent" response to the pandemic. Read more here.

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American Federalism

February 17, 2021

Biden Administration to End Immigration Agreements

The Biden administration is seeking to end Trump-administration agreements between the federal government and states that require the federal government to provide six months'…

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February 17, 2021

Do Provincial Struggles Pose a Threat to Nepal’s Federalism?

Ajay Das writes that the nation's provincial governments have struggled because of a lack of resources and warns that the growing power of the…

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American Federalism

February 16, 2021

“Anti-Federalist Federalism” and the Coronavirus Pandemic

John Agnew contends that "anti-federalist federalism" has led to an "incoherent and inconsistent national governmental response" to the coronavirus pandemic. Read more here.

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February 16, 2021

Federalism and Canadian Women’s Equality Campaigns

Beverley Baines writes that several recent campaigns for women's equality resulted in three laws that, despite being similarly worded, should be viewed differently from…

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American Federalism

February 15, 2021

Extended Leave Tax Credit Proposal Introduced

A group of Democratic leaders have reintroduced a bill in the U.S. Senate that would extend tax credits to states and localities that offer…

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American Federalism

February 15, 2021

Medicaid Work Requirements to Be Rescinded

The Biden administration has announced that it will withdraw the federal government's permission to allow states to implement work requirements as part of receiving…

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American Federalism

February 12, 2021

Federalism and Minimum Wages

Chris Edwards opposes the $15 dollar per hour federal minimum wage proposed by Democratic leaders because "it makes no sense for federal politicians to…

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February 12, 2021

Federalism and Germany’s Response to the Pandemic

Anna Sauerbrey writes that Germany's recent struggles to control the coronavirus pandemic stem, in part, from disagreement between regional and national leadership about how…

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American Federalism

February 11, 2021

State Constitutional Rights Innovation

Lawrence Friedman contends that state constitutional provisions should be analyzed and interpreted on their own, rather than in lockstep with analogous federal constitutional provisions.…

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February 11, 2021

Scottish and Flemish Responses to Catalonia

Judith Sijstermans and Coree Brown Swan compare how Scottish and Flemish sub-state nationalist parties responded to Catalonia's 2017 bid for independence. Read more here.

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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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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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