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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 30, 2019

Should Senate Seats Be Allocated by Population?

Eric W. Orts suggests that each state should be allocated one seat in the U.S. Senate "to preserve federalism," but contends that the remaining…

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News

January 29, 2019

A Greater Role for Canada’s Senate?

Lori Turnbull examines the role of the Canadian Senate in the nation's system of federalism. She writes that it is too early to tell…

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American Federalism

January 29, 2019

Plan to Cut Medicaid Funding Under Development

The Trump administration is seeking to cut Medicaid funding through the use of block grants to the states. Under the plan, being developed by…

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American Federalism

January 29, 2019

FCC Rules Curtailing Local Control Begin to Take Effect

Federal Communications Commission restrictions on local governments' ability to impose aesthetic limits on internet providers have gone into partial effect this month. The validity…

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News

January 28, 2019

Human Rights and Constitutional Change

David L. Sloss and Wayne Sandholtz write that protections for basic human rights in the United States depended primarily on state, rather than federal,…

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American Federalism

January 28, 2019

How the Shutdown Affected State and Local Revenue

Liz Farmer reports on the cost of the federal shutdown to state and local governments. Read more here.

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American Federalism

January 25, 2019

Corporate Disobedience and Federalism

Elizabeth Pollman examines the role that corporate disobedience plays in legal change, including battles involving federalism. Read more here.

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American Federalism

January 25, 2019

Federal and Local Cooperation on Infrastructure?

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi recently met with a gathering of the U.S. Conference of Mayors to discuss possible ways for the federal government and…

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American Federalism

January 24, 2019

Federal Deregulation of Insurance

David T. Zaring writes that states have traditionally had the exclusive authority to regulate insurance. He notes that this changed in 2010 when, in…

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American Federalism

January 24, 2019

Comparative Law and Federalism

Giacomo Delledonne examines how comparative law can contribute to the study of federalism and decentralization. Read more here.

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American Federalism

January 23, 2019

Would More Power to the States Lead to Fewer Federal Shutdowns?

Governor Gary Herbert of Utah suggests that one solution to the recurring nature of federal government shutdowns lies in the "robust federalism" of giving…

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News

January 23, 2019

President Voices Support for Philippine Federalism

President Rodrigo Duterte has affirmed his support for the nation's proposed shift to federalism, despite obstacles encountered by the federalism push. Read more here.

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American Federalism

January 23, 2019

States Explore Funding Safety-Net Programs During Shutdown

As federal funding for two safety-net programs nears an end due to the government shutdown, states are struggling to come up with ways to…

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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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