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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

September 22, 2020

Local Governments Consider Appealing 5G Ruling

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…

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News

September 21, 2020

The Coronavirus and Possible Changes in Canadian Federalism

A group of scholars suggest that the coronavirus pandemic offers the potential for significant changes in six key areas of Canadian federalism. Read more…

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News

September 21, 2020

Does India’s Response to the Pandemic Reflect Federalism’s Potential?

Srinivas Chokkakula writes that India's experience with the coronavirus outbreak reflects the challenges and potential of federalism. Read more here.

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American Federalism

September 18, 2020

Should the Electoral College Be Eliminated?

Steve Coll contends that although the argument for retaining the Electoral College rests "on a clear foundation: the role of federalism in the American…

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News

September 18, 2020

India’s “Centralized Federalism” Considered

Ambar Kumar Ghosh explores the "paradox" of India's federal structure, which he characterizes as "centralized federalism." Read more here.

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American Federalism

September 17, 2020

Should States Enforce Federal Consumer Financial Protections?

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…

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American Federalism

September 17, 2020

Biden, Trump Differ on Covid-19 Testing in the U.S. Federal System

Sarah Krouse and Ken Thomas write that Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden leans toward a stronger role for the federal government in coronavirus testing…

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American Federalism

September 17, 2020

Call for States and Localities to Lead During Housing Crisis

Mayors Lee Harris and Kate Gallego contend that, in light of federal delays, state and local leaders must move forward with efforts to alleviate…

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American Federalism

September 16, 2020

Call for Return of an Intergovernmental Forum

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…

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News

September 16, 2020

State and National Mobility Policies in India

A group of scholars examine the impact of state and national policies on changes in mobility in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Read more…

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American Federalism

September 15, 2020

States Sue EPA Over Chesapeake Bay Pollution Pact

Several states have joined together to sue the Environmental Protection Agency, claiming that the agency is allowing two states to violate a multistate pact…

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News

September 15, 2020

Demands for Federalism in Central Uganda

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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American Federalism

September 14, 2020

Governors Request Additional Federal Aid

A group of Democratic governors appeared before the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Financial Services to request more federal aid due to economic challenges…

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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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