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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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July 18, 2024

State Compliance with U.S. Supreme Court LGBTQ Decisions

Jordan Carr Peterson analyzes state responses to -- specifically, their compliance with -- two U.S. Supreme Court decisions concerning LGBTQ issues. Read more here.

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July 17, 2024

The Awarding of Grants and Hometown Bias in Flanders

Carine Smolders and Benjamim Descamps explore whether localities where national ministers are from enjoy a "hometown bias" in the awarding of grants. Read more…

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July 17, 2024

Modifying Justiciability in Election Litigation

Vikram D. Amar argues that justiciability doctrines (e.g., mootness, standing, and so on) should be modified in federal election litigation to lessen the potentially…

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July 16, 2024

Municipal Constitutionalism in Canada

James Collie writes that, although Canada's provinces have "absolute power" over cities, a number of scholars have called for constitutional status for cities. Collie explores…

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July 16, 2024

A Federal Sales Tax on Marijuana?

Doron Narotzki and Tamir Shanan call for the implementation of a federal sales tax on marijuana, which they contend would "streamline the legal framework surrounding marijuana…

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July 15, 2024

A “Proper Structure” for Reviewing Dormant Commerce Clause Claims Offered

R. Randall Kelso describes the different ways that lower federal courts handle Dormant Commerce Clause claims and suggests how the U.S. Supreme Court could…

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July 15, 2024

International Law and State Abortion Regulation

A Note in Harvard Law Review suggests that norms of international law should be integrated into the governance of abortion by U.S. states. The writer points…

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July 12, 2024

Report: Conference on African Decentralization

The Local Public Sector Alliance reports on a recent pan-African workshop titled "“Elevating The Debate On Decentralization and Multilevel Governance In Africa." Read more here.

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July 12, 2024

Federal and State Efforts to Combat Extreme Heat

Kristiane Huber with The Pew Charitable Trusts details federal and state efforts to combat extreme heat, including federal support for states and localities. Read…

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July 11, 2024

Podcast on Federalism and Artificial Intelligence

The Lawfare Podcast interviews several scholars about the role that federalism plays in a California AI bill and AI regulation more generally. You can…

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July 11, 2024

A More Federal Structure for South Africa?

In an op-ed, Martin Van Staden writes that, now that two political parties that have previously voiced support for decentralization have risen to power…

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July 10, 2024

Abortion and a “Gospel of Federalism”?

Nicole Jakobson considers whether federalism in the United States, in the context of the right to abortion, plays a role similar to that played by…

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July 10, 2024

Federalism and the Regulation of Social Media

Alex Chemerinsky and Erwin Chemerinsky contend that if content on the Internet is to be regulated, that such regulation should come from 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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