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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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November 30, 2018

A Way Beyond Ethnic Federalism in Ethiopia?

In an op-ed, Belachew Mekuria writes that the creation of boundaries along ethnic lines is the "most contested political topic in Ethiopia's federalism project." Mekuria contends…

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American Federalism

November 29, 2018

Mid-Term Marijuana Initiatives Highlight Conflict with Federal Law

Daniel B. Pasternak writes that the recent approvals by voters in three states of recreational marijuana use sets up more confusion and conflict with…

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November 29, 2018

Rights Protection and Devolution After Brexit

A group of British scholars has prepared a report stemming from a roundtable discussion of rights protection in devolved nations in the wake of…

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November 28, 2018

Litigation of Citizenship Question Moves Forward

The Commerce Department has proposed to add a citizenship question to the census, which many states have objected will negatively affect the federal funding…

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November 28, 2018

Canada’s Climate Change Policy and “Federalism 3.0”

Jason MacLean contends that politics as usual cannot effectively combat global warming and therefore a new conceptualization of constitutionalism and federalism is necessary. Read more…

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November 27, 2018

Somali Federalism Project Endangered?

Nicholas Haysom of the United Nations warns that deteriorating relations between the national government and the states threaten efforts to establish a federal form…

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American Federalism

November 27, 2018

Ohio Revamps Medicaid System

Under Republican governor John Kasich, Ohio has approved Medicaid expansion and implemented a variety of changes to how the state uses federal funds. Mattie…

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November 27, 2018

EU Leaders Approve Brexit Plan

European Union leadership has approved the withdrawal proposal offered by Prime Minister Theresa May's government. The British parliament will vote on the proposed agreement…

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American Federalism

November 26, 2018

Water Rights and Environmental Protections for Indigenous Peoples

Robert T. Anderson traces the history of federal-tribal relations and examines water rights and environmental protections for Indian nations. Read more here.

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American Federalism

November 26, 2018

Trump Administration Re-Approves Kentucky Medicaid Work Requirements

The Trump administration has approved work requirements for Kentucky's Medicaid work requirements a second time, after a federal judge blocked the requirements last June.…

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November 23, 2018

National Parliaments and EU “Competence Creep”

Jacob Öberg explores to what extent national parliaments can be considered "trustworthy safeguards of federalism" for control of European Union "competence creep." Read more here.

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November 23, 2018

Round-Up of Philippines Federalism News

PTV, the nation's public television network, has gathered a series of articles about the proposed shift to federalism. Read more here.

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American Federalism

November 23, 2018

Farm Bill Could Increase Burden on States

The 2018 U.S. House farm bill could increase the administrative burden on states as they calculate the income of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program applicants.…

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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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