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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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February 12, 2019

Trudeau Blames Provincial Governments for Delays in Infrastructure Funding

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau of Canada recently pointed to interference by provincial governments as the cause of delay in the transfer of federal infrastructure…

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American Federalism

February 11, 2019

Preparation for Census Crucial to States’ Power

The Pew Charitable Trusts reports that how well states prepare for the upcoming U.S. Census will have a significant effect on federal funding and…

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American Federalism

February 11, 2019

States Push for Federal Infrastructure Assistance

State and local leaders are pushing a variety of ways to Congress to help fund infrastructure improvements. Read more here and here.

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February 8, 2019

Review of Decentralization Indexes

Jean-Baptiste Paul Harguindéguy, Alistair Cole, and Romain Pasquier review and compare a number of decentralization indexes. Read more here.

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February 8, 2019

Situation-Specific Analysis of Kenyan Devolution

James Thuo Gathii and Harrison Mbori Otieno analyze Kenya's cooperative model of devolution. Specifically, the authors call for more study of how devolution has…

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February 7, 2019

Concerns Expressed About Nepal’s Transition to Federalism

Addressing a protest assembly, Nepali Congress member Gagan Kumar Thapa expressed frustration with the nation's transition to federalism, arguing that "the activities of the…

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February 7, 2019

Call for India to Embrace True Federalism

In an op-ed, Pradip Phanjoubam writes that the time has come for India to move beyond its strong unitary structure to one of true…

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February 7, 2019

Book on Identities and Trust in Federalist Countries

CSF Fellow John Kincaid and Jack Jedwab have edited Identities, Trust, and Cohesion in Federal Systems (Montreal: McGill-Queen's University Press, 2019). Part of the…

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February 6, 2019

Conflict Between Indian Police Agencies Decried

Writing that the relationship between the national government and the states "is a delicate one," the Daily News and Analysis contends that conflict sparked…

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American Federalism

February 6, 2019

Texas Calls for Streamlined Disaster-Funding Process

Texas has waited a year for the federal government to set guidelines for distributing funds for Hurricane Harvey relief. A growing number of state…

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February 5, 2019

Indian Federal and State Police Forces Clash

India's federal Central Bureau of Investigation has come into conflict with state police forces in West Bengal over an investigation of an alleged ponzi…

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American Federalism

February 5, 2019

Will State Drug Plans Run Afoul of Federal Law?

Michael Ollove of the Pew Charitable Trusts reports that lawmakers in 41 states have offered plans to control prescription drug costs. Ollove suggests that…

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February 4, 2019

Evaluating Political Knowledge Among the Kenyan Electorate

Ken Opalo states that devolution complicates voters' ability to place responsibility for policy decisions at different levels of government. He uses panel survey evidence…

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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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