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.
Joseph A. Kéchichian writes that a number of ethnic groups in Lebanon "have begun talking about federalism as an option to ensure their long-term safety,"…
Some cities and counties are considering appealing a recent ruling by the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals that largely upheld the Federal Communications Commission's…
A group of scholars suggest that the coronavirus pandemic offers the potential for significant changes in six key areas of Canadian federalism. Read more…
Srinivas Chokkakula writes that India's experience with the coronavirus outbreak reflects the challenges and potential of federalism. Read more here.
Steve Coll contends that although the argument for retaining the Electoral College rests "on a clear foundation: the role of federalism in the American…
Ambar Kumar Ghosh explores the "paradox" of India's federal structure, which he characterizes as "centralized federalism." Read more here.
Brian Shearer argues that state regulators should use the authority granted to them in the federal Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Financial Protection…
Sarah Krouse and Ken Thomas write that Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden leans toward a stronger role for the federal government in coronavirus testing…
Mayors Lee Harris and Kate Gallego contend that, in light of federal delays, state and local leaders must move forward with efforts to alleviate…
Donald F. Kettl writes that a forum similar to the now defunct Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations is sorely needed, in part because it provided…
A group of scholars examine the impact of state and national policies on changes in mobility in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Read more…
Several states have joined together to sue the Environmental Protection Agency, claiming that the agency is allowing two states to violate a multistate pact…
Anders Sjögren looks at how Buganda Kingdom in Uganda promoted its demands for federalism in three elections and analyzes how the Kingdom has addressed…
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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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