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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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June 10, 2019

New Report on Canadians’ Views on Federalism

A study developed by the Canada West Foundation shows that despite federalism-related tensions identified in an earlier report by the same organization, most Canadians…

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American Federalism

June 10, 2019

Bill Tying Federal Grants to State Conflict Laws Reintroduced

A bill has been reintroduced into Congress that would bar states from administering federal blocks grants if the states do not have certain conflict…

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June 7, 2019

Conference on the Future of Federalism

The Ashburn Institute has announced a conference on the theme of "The Future of Federalism in the Era of Populism and Polarization," to be held…

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American Federalism

June 7, 2019

Call for Greater Federal Control Over Elections

Zachary Newkirk argues that the federal government should take a more active role in regulating elections across the nation. Read more here.

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American Federalism

June 6, 2019

Disaster Aid Package and the States

Liz Farmer explores how the $19 billion dollar federal disaster aid package will assist states and localities. Read more here.

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American Federalism

June 6, 2019

Does Federal Interpretation of the Wire Act Harm States’ Rights?

Jackson Brainerd warns that although last year's Murphy v. NCAA Supreme Court ruling permitted state-run sports betting, the power of states to continue online…

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Books

June 5, 2019

Book on Chinese and Russian Federalism

Alexander Libman and Michael Rochlitz have written Federalism in China and Russia: Story of Success and Story of Failure? (Northampton, Mass.: Edward Elgar Publishing,…

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June 5, 2019

Interview About Federalism in Nepal

The Himalayan Times has interviewed Lok Raj Baral regarding his views on the Nepal government's federal structure. Read more here.

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American Federalism

June 4, 2019

Small States and Federalism

David Schleicher questions how well very small states such as Vermont fit within the nation's constitutional structure, suggesting that such states make cooperative federalism…

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American Federalism

June 4, 2019

Federalism and Non-Article III Adjudication

F. Andrew Hessick writes that although Article III of the Constitution vests the judicial power in the Article III courts, the Supreme Court has…

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May 24, 2019

Voting Factors in Scottish and Welsh Regional Elections

Alia Middleton explores regional and national factors that help to explain regional electoral outcomes in 2016 elections in Scotland and Wales. Read more here.

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News

May 24, 2019

Call for More Infrastructure Assistance

Tim Schaefer writes that Congress should do more to assist states and localities develop and maintain their infrastructure. Read more here.  

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May 24, 2019

Federal-to-State Aid Study

Chris Edwards of the Cato Institute has published a new fiscal federalism study examining federal-to-state aid. Read more here.  

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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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