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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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March 14, 2024

Centralized Versus Decentralized Regulatory Approaches

A group of scholars examine the regulatory adaptations made by centralized and less centralized nations in response to the Covid-19 pandemic. They propose a new theory of…

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March 13, 2024

The EU and World Federalism

Adi Horesh identifies key characteristics of federalism and considers the influence of the European Union in efforts to achieve world federalism. Read more here.

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March 13, 2024

Insurrection and the Fear of “Patchwork” Positions by the States

Ilya Somin contends that the U.S. Supreme Court's recent rejection of Colorado's removal of Donald Trump from that state's ballot for fear that such…

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March 12, 2024

Federalism in the European Parliament

The European Parliament History Series has published a briefing that traces the organization and networking of European federalists and how they affected European integration.…

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March 12, 2024

What Could German Federalism Offer to the UK?

Matthew Heathcote compares the different political, financial, and social systems in British and German cities and uses these as case studies in considering how, he…

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March 11, 2024

Local Housing and ARPA Funds

Colby Sledge urges localities to quickly earmark, before an end-of-the-year deadline, federal American Rescue Plan Act funds for local housing to ensure that the…

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March 11, 2024

Federalism, the U.S. Supreme Court, and Donald Trump

The editorial board of the Washington Post writes that the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling keeping Donald Trump on the presidential ballot strikes "a blow both for…

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March 8, 2024

Federalism and Special Prosecutions

In a Note in the Columbia Journal of Law & Social Problems, Sabrina Singer looks at police officer-involved deaths of unarmed people and "seeks to…

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March 8, 2024

Federal Preemption of State Restrictions of FDA-Approved Drugs

Lars Noah explores the possibility of a federal preemption, through action of the Food and Drug Administration, of state laws that curtail the use…

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March 7, 2024

States Struggle to Meet Stricter Particulate Pollution Standards

Daniel Cohan writes that states need more tools and resources to meet stricter particle pollution requirements recently implemented by the Environmental Protection Agency. Read…

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March 7, 2024

Federal and Unitary Constituent Power

Nicholas Aroney contends that federal constitutions reflect a "unique federative motif" that can be seen in the relationship between constituent powers, legislative powers, and amendment…

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March 6, 2024

Post-Pandemic State Fiscal Debates

Liz Farmer with the Pew Charitable Trusts reports on how states are transitioning away from Covid-19 pandemic aid. Read more here.

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March 6, 2024

CNAS Explores Effects of Emboldened States on U.S. Security

The Center for a New American Security has launched a new project titled "21st Century Federalism and the National Security Implications," which will study…

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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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