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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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May 6, 2020

U.S. Justice Department Might Sue States over Social Distancing

Attorney General William Barr has stated that his department could take legal action against states that continue to enforce social distancing after the coronavirus…

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May 6, 2020

Overlapping Pollution Control Federalism

Alejandro E. Camacho and Robert L. Glickman examine the functions of overlapping pollution control federalism.  Read more here.

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May 6, 2020

Should Constraints on the Federal Government Be Loosened?

In an op-ed, Ilya Somin warns that loosening constitutional constraints on the federal government during the coronavirus pandemic "will set a dangerous precedent." Read…

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May 6, 2020

Has India’s Coronavirus Response Became a “Farce of Federalism”?

M.G. Devasahayam questions whether the nation's response to the coronavirus exemplifies federalism in action or simply coercion by the national government.  Read more here.

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May 6, 2020

Supreme Court Rejects County’s Attempt to Avoid Clean Water Act Requirements

The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that Maui County, Hawaii, cannot avoid federal Clean Water Act requirements by pumping sewage into groundwater if that…

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May 6, 2020

“Fake Federalism”?

Ryan Cooper contends that the coronavirus outbreak has shown that "the U.S. version of federalism is largely disintegrating or fake" and that the states…

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May 6, 2020

Could Trump’s “Backwards Federalism” Work?

Jane Chong contends that President's Trump's "backwards federalism" might "actually work" because although his authority to reopen the nation's businesses is limited legally, he…

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May 6, 2020

Federalism and Coronavirus Overview

Jennifer Selin explores what federalism means for the nation's coronavirus response. Read more here.

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May 6, 2020

Arkansas to Use Medicaid Funds for Elderly Care

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services has approved Arkansas's request to use Medicaid funding to pay bonuses to healthcare workers who work in…

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May 6, 2020

Federal Versus State Authority During a Pandemic

Writing that "federalism doesn't pause during a pandemic," Timothy Snowball contends that although the federal government has a role to play in combating the…

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May 6, 2020

Is Federalism Under Strain During the Pandemic?

Mihir Sharma points to the coalition of U.S. states that are banding together to fight the coronavirus outbreak as evidence that the pandemic is "straining the…

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May 5, 2020

Has Trump Created a New Federalism?

John Cassidy suggests that President Trump's response to the coronavirus pandemic has "single-handedly created a new federalism." Read more here.

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May 5, 2020

Have Pence’s Views on Federalism Changed?

Adam Wren explores Vice President Mike Pence's shifting stance on presidential power. 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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