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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

September 4, 2018

Injunction Against DOJ’s Grant Program Upheld

A nationwide stay against the implementation of a Department of Justice grant program that would have hindered so-called sanctuary cities from receiving federal funds…

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Podcasts

September 2, 2018

Trump: Good or Bad for America’s Federal System

Roundtable Panel at the American Political Science Association’s 2018 Annual Meeting

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News

August 31, 2018

Federalism and Inequality: Five Latin American Cases

Lucas I. González explores whether federalism encourages inequality or whether transfers from a central government augment redistribution. He examines data from Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia,…

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American Federalism

August 31, 2018

Sub-Federal Resistance to Federal Criminal Policy

Trevor George Gardner suggests that state and local resistance to federal marijuana policy provides a model for bringing about reform of what he contends…

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American Federalism

August 30, 2018

Annual Review of Federalism Available Now

Oxford University Press has announced that Publius: The Journal of Federalism has published its "Annual Review of American Federalism, 2017-2018." The review is free…

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American Federalism

August 30, 2018

North Carolina Gerrymandering Case Raises More Questions

The Brennan Center for Justice's Michael Li writes about the uncertainties created by the latest North Carolina gerrymandering ruling handed down by a three-judge…

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American Federalism

August 30, 2018

City League Creates Broadband Model Code

As a federal committee continues to work toward a state broadband framework, the National League of Cities has created a model code for small…

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American Federalism

August 30, 2018

Court Rejects Coal-Ash Rules

The Trump administration has proposed weakening rules relating to the disposal of ash from coal-fired power plants. The Obama administration had put rules in…

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American Federalism

August 30, 2018

Environmental Federalism Explored

The Florida International University Law Review recently published an issue devoted to exploring the many legal and political aspects of environmental federalism. Read more here.

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American Federalism

August 30, 2018

Congress’s Plenary Power, Tribal Lands, and Environmental Law

Hillary M. Hoffmann writes that, for more than a century, Congress's plenary power has been a powerful force in regulating the lives of indigenous…

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News

August 29, 2018

American Federalism, Viewed from Australia

Sarah Graham of the University of Sydney examines the polarization of American politics and how that plays out in America's federal system. She presents…

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News

August 29, 2018

Federalism’s Influence on Muthuvel Karunanidhi

V. Geetha looks back at the career of the political leader and writer Muthuvel Karunanidhi, tracing the ways that his belief in federalism influenced…

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American Federalism

August 29, 2018

Partisan Gerrymandering Rejected Again by Federal Court

A three-judge panel has declared North Carolina's congressional district map unconstitutional. In January, the judges had ruled the state's map unconstitutional on grounds that…

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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.

Are the materials on the Center for the Study of Federalism website copyright-protected?

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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