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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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May 23, 2018

Sports Betting Opinion and Marijuana Regulation

Scott Bomboy considers the possible effects that the Supreme Court's recent sports betting ruling might have on marijuana laws. Read more here.

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American Federalism

May 23, 2018

Supreme Court Precedent and California’s Sanctuary Laws

In this commentary, Damon Root points to the Supreme Court's 1997 ruling Printz v. United States to support his argument that California's immigrant sanctuary…

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May 22, 2018

Obstacles to Pan-European Federalism

Hector Niehues-Jeuffroy writes that the path to pan-European federalism is blocked by those who claim to be federalists but actually follow a centralist approach.…

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May 22, 2018

Spain Retains Direct Control of Catalonia

Catalonia's assembly has chosen a new leader, an action that was expected to bring about the end of Spain's direct control of the region.…

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American Federalism

May 21, 2018

CSF President Testifies to Congressional Taskforce Concerning ACIR Revival

John Kincaid testified before the Speaker’s Task Force on Intergovernmental Affairs in general support of draft bill H. R. 354 to revive the U.S.…

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May 21, 2018

Federalism’s Expanding Presence in Canadian Politics

In this op-ed, Eric M. Adams writes that federalism has returned to the center of Canadian constitutional politics, in the form of environmental issues…

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American Federalism

May 21, 2018

Automakers Urge Inclusion of California in Emissions Talks

In response to the Trump administration's plans to weaken auto-emissions standards, automakers have asked the administration to include California in auto-emissions talks. Automakers are…

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American Federalism

May 18, 2018

Is State-Level Administrative Resistance to Federal Action Stronger in the South?

Nicholas G. Napolio and Jordan Carr Peterson explore state agency resistance to federal government action in the American South. They contend that sectional tensions make…

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American Federalism

May 18, 2018

Separation of Powers and Immigration Policy

Robert Anthony McReynolds writes that, under the constitutional separation of powers, the federal government should not be allowed to coerce (as by withholding federal…

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American Federalism

May 18, 2018

Should Assaulting a Police Officer Be a Federal Crime?

Congress is considering making the assault of a police officer a federal crime. Ilya Somin argues that the bill is both unnecessary and poses a…

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American Federalism

May 18, 2018

Redistricting Update

The Brennan Center for Justice tracks the status of redistricting litigation across the nation. The Center has recently updated its report, reflecting the latest news…

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American Federalism

May 18, 2018

A Political Reckoning for the SALT Cap?

Richard Grossman writes that the Trump administration claimed that capping the state and local tax (SALT) deduction in the new tax law would end the…

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May 17, 2018

Intergovernmental Agenda Setting

Jared J. Wesley compares how effective American governors and Canadian premiers are at influencing the national political agendas of their respective countries. Wesley asserts that American…

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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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