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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

November 9, 2018

Gerrymandering’s Effects on the Midterm Elections

In an interview, David Daley discusses how gerrymandering affected the 2018 midterm elections and efforts at the state level to reign in the practice. Thomas…

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American Federalism

November 9, 2018

Recent Boosts for Marijuana’s Federal Legalization?

Ilya Somin writes that three developments have increased the chances of removing the federal marijuana ban. He contends that eliminating the federal ban would…

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American Federalism

November 9, 2018

Should Public Transit Be Funded Privately?

Randal O'Toole reports that ridership of public transit has declined steadily since 2014. He contends that federal, state, and local governments should stop subsidizing…

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American Federalism

November 9, 2018

Federalism and National Educational Policy

Josh Dunn considers the local and state backlash resulting from the "heavy-handed" educational policies of the George W. Bush and Barack Obama administrations. He describes the…

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American Federalism

November 8, 2018

Michigan Approves Commission for Redistricting

This week, Michigan voters approved a proposal to shift responsibility for congressional and state legislative redistricting away from political leaders and to an independent…

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News

November 8, 2018

Book on Federalism and the Welfare State

Elizabeth Goodyear-Grant, et al., have edited Federalism and the Welfare State in a Multicultural World (Montreal: McGill-Queen's Univ. Press, 2018), part of the Queen's…

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American Federalism

November 8, 2018

Medicaid Expanded in Red States

In elections this week, four red states considered whether to expand Medicaid coverage. Voters in three of the states approved the measures. Read more here.

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American Federalism

November 7, 2018

Progressive Federalism and Localities

Will Marshall writes that today's economy is organized around vibrant local regions rather than "nation-states." He urges progressives to redefine federalism by moving decisions…

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News

November 7, 2018

New Philippines Federalism Task Force

A new task force on federalism has been formed to raise public awareness of federalism and to consult with various governmental and private groups…

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American Federalism

November 6, 2018

U.S. Census Litigation Moves Forward

Trial began this week on the Trump administration's decision to add a citizenship question to the census. The Brennan Center for Justice has prepared an annotated guide to…

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American Federalism

November 6, 2018

Carbon Fee on the Ballot in Washington

Washington voters will decide today whether the state will adopt a carbon fee aimed at combating global warming by charging oil companies and other…

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American Federalism

November 6, 2018

As More Work Requirements Approved, More People to Lose Health Insurance

Thousands of people are expected to lose their health insurance as work requirements for Medicaid take effect soon in several states. Read more here.

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American Federalism

November 5, 2018

Strict Immigration Enforcement a Threat to Federalism?

Matthew Feeney of the Cato Institute contends that the Trump administration's strict immigration policy threatens both privacy and local policing. He urges lawmakers 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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