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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 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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March 5, 2024

Canadian Provinces and the Administration of Federal Laws

The Canadian Supreme Court recently affirmed the principle that provinces cannot be compelled to administer federal laws. Read more here.

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March 5, 2024

Pandemics and Internal Borders

In the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, Michael Da Silva explores when internal borders in federal nations can be closed due to public health…

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March 4, 2024

A Call for All States to Accept Medicaid Expansion

Natasha Murphy of the Center for American Progress cites a number of reasons why, she contends, the ten states that have not expanded Medicaid…

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March 4, 2024

Migrants and Federal and Local Policies

Ilya Somin considers the federal and local practices that have either contributed to, or eased, immigration issues in a number of American cities. Read…

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March 1, 2024

Commission Identifies Possible Paths for Wales

Stephen Clear reviews a recently issued report by the Independent Commission on the Constitutional Future of Wales that maps out a series of possible…

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March 1, 2024

Malapportionment and Concessionary Federalism in India

Jeetendra Vishwakarma writes that increasing malapportionment for seats in Parliament is increasing tensions between the nation's southern and northern states. Vishwakarma urges a "concessionary federalism"…

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February 29, 2024

Federalism, Standing, and Wage-and-Hour Litigation

Elle Eshleman examines how changes in standing doctrine "implicate federalism" when federal courts sit in diversity in state wage-and-hour claims. Read more here.

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February 29, 2024

Thomas Burke’s Contributions to Federalism

Aaron N. Coleman and Adam L. Tate note that Section II of the Articles of Confederation preserved to the states all powers not specifically delegated…

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February 27, 2024

Federal Indian Law and Federal Sovereignty

Matthew L.M. Fletcher writes that many litigants in tribal courts struggle to obtain justice because of federal government sovereignty defenses. Read more here.

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February 27, 2024

More Support in Conservative States for Medicaid Expansion

Daniel Chang and Andy Miller report that many conservative Southern lawmakers are rethinking their opposition to Medicaid expansion (password required). Read more here.

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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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