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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

January 21, 2020

California Seeks Truce with Trump Administration About Homelessness

After months of tense exchanges about California's homeless crisis, Governor Gavin Newsom has announced that he will send an envoy to meet with Trump…

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American Federalism

January 21, 2020

Trump Administration Issues School Prayer Guidelines

The Trump administration has unveiled the federal government's first guidelines on prayer in public schools since 2003 (password required). Read more here.

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American Federalism

January 20, 2020

FBI to Alert States About Election Hacks

The Federal Bureau of Investigation has announced that it will notify state and local election officials when it learns that local election systems have…

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American Federalism

January 20, 2020

States Sue to Stop Food Assistance Work Requirement

A group of blue states and other jurisdictions have filed a lawsuit to block the Trump administration's new work requirements for food stamps. The…

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Comparative Federalism

January 17, 2020

Federalism in the United States, Mexico, and Argentina Compared

Antonio María Hernández examines and contrasts the federal structures of the United States, Mexico, and Argentina. Read more here.

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American Federalism

January 17, 2020

Subnational Constitutionalism Studied

James A. Gardner looks at the "extremely robust" network of subnational constitutions in the United States. Read more here.

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American Federalism

January 16, 2020

New Hampshire Legislators File Bill Supporting the Electoral College

A group of New Hampshire legislators have filed a bill that would withhold the state's popular vote total in presidential elections until after the…

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American Federalism

January 16, 2020

Court Blocks Trump Administration Refugee Policy

A federal judge in Maryland has temporarily enjoined the Trump administration from giving states and localities the power to accept or reject refugees (password…

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News

January 15, 2020

Decentralization in Zambia

A group of authors trace the progress of decentralization in Zambia since the early 2000s. Read more here.

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American Federalism

January 15, 2020

Work Requirements for Food Assistance Have Little Effect on Employment

The Trump administration's work requirements for food assistance go into effect across the nation this April. Similar requirements already in place in West Virginia…

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American Federalism

January 14, 2020

History Textbooks Reflect State Political Preferences

The New York Times compares secondary history textbooks in California and Texas to analyze how publishers mold the information to align with each states' political preferences…

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News

January 14, 2020

Scottish Labor Party to Review Its Federalism Stance

In the wake of its recent election losses, the Scottish Labor Party has announced that "our policy on federalism will be developed to ensure…

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American Federalism

January 14, 2020

A Look Ahead at State Legislative Sessions

A post at Governing takes a look at issues that state legislatures will likely deal with this year, such as environmental issues and criminal-justice reform. Read more…

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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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