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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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October 21, 2020

Has the Indian GST Council Resulted in “Uncooperative” Federalism?

A blog post at Scroll In contends that the Goods and Services Tax Council marks a setback, not a benefit, to efforts at cooperative…

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American Federalism

October 21, 2020

Court Rejects Administration Food Stamp Rule Change

A federal district court has struck down a Trump administration rule that limited states' ability to waive certain food-stamp requirements. The ruling came in…

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American Federalism

October 20, 2020

Judicial Federalism, Felix Frankfurter, and the Future of Abstention

Lael Weinberger, noting that in its first 150 years the U.S. Supreme Court never used the word "federalism," considers Justice Felix Frankfurter's use of…

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American Federalism

October 20, 2020

Can Governors Veto Legislation Relating to Presidential Elections?

Nathaniel Rubin examines whether, under the U.S. Constitution, governors have the power to veto a state legislature’s bill governing presidential elections. Read more here.

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American Federalism

October 15, 2020

National Constitution Center Federalism Special

The National Constitution Center has produced a "Scholar Exchange" video about federalism with Jeffrey Rosen and a special guest -- Thomas Jefferson! You can…

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October 15, 2020

Can Federalism Operate Without Constitutionalism?

Berihun Adugna Gebeye compares the federal systems of Nigeria and Ethiopia to explore whether federalism can operate without constitutionalism. Read more here.

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October 14, 2020

A Recentralization of German Power from the States to the National Government?

Hellmut Wollmann investigates the extent to which recentralization has occurred in Germany during the last several decades. Read more here.

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American Federalism

October 14, 2020

Does California’s Zero-Emissions Plan Conflict with Federal Law?

Julia Stein explores whether California's 2035 ban of gas-powered vehicles could run afoul of the federal government's authority under the Clean Air Act. Read…

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American Federalism

October 13, 2020

Is American Federalism “Just a Memory”?

James Buckley contends that federalism in the United States "is just a memory," but that an "effective federalism" could be restored if Congress would…

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October 13, 2020

Update on Ethiopian Federalism

Ian Bremmer examines Ethiopia's system of ethnic federalism and Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's efforts to move the nation toward more of a "secular federalism"…

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American Federalism

October 12, 2020

FTA Grants for Public Transportation Safety

The Federal Transportation Administration is offering grants to localities to study the spread of the coronavirus on public transportation. Read more here.

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October 12, 2020

Is Agricultural Legislation a Missed Opportunity for Cooperative Federalism?

Yamini Aiyar and Mekhala Krishnamurthy write that the Indian national government's recent agricultural legislation is little more than "political bulldozing" rather than a genuine…

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American Federalism

October 9, 2020

Discussion of Pandemic’s Challenges to Federalism

Constitutional scholar Aziz Huq recently participated in a virtual discussion with the American Constitution Society about how the coronavirus pandemic has challenged the federal…

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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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