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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

April 30, 2018

Federal Highway Funding Linked to Increased State Taxes and Tolls

As part of the Trump administration's plan to have states shoulder more infrastructure spending, states that raise taxes and tolls will have a better…

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News

April 27, 2018

Chinese Project Strains Intergovernmental Relations in Australia

James Bowen examines tensions that are developing between the Australian government and the states and territories over China's Belt and Road Initiative. The states…

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News

April 27, 2018

A Fiscal Federalism Challenge in Nepal

In this op-ed, Mukti Rijal says that under the nation's new federalist structure, public goods and delivery of services are best provided at the…

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American Federalism

April 26, 2018

Federalism and Judicial Review in Mexico and the United States

David García Sarubbi argues that in federal systems, constitutional interpretation should be decentralized and shared by federal and state courts. He traces the different…

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American Federalism

April 26, 2018

Federalism in Libya?

Federica Saini Fasanatti suggests that now is the time for serious consideration to be given to creating a federal system of government in Libya. She…

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American Federalism

April 26, 2018

Federal Appellate Court Rules in Favor of Sanctuary Jurisdictions

The Seventh Circuit has upheld a district court's judgment that the Justice Department cannot withhold public-safety grants from jurisdictions that do not give federal…

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American Federalism

April 26, 2018

Is Energy Development on Native American Lands Too Limited?

Katie Tubb criticizes the federal government's management of lands held by Native Americans, contending that regulations unfairly limit the production of energy resources. Read more…

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American Federalism

April 25, 2018

Abbott v. Perez Heard by Supreme Court

The Supreme Court heard oral arguments yesterday in a racial gerrymandering case that could revise the shape of Texas congressional districts before the 2018…

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News

April 25, 2018

Referendums in Italy Studied

Erika Arban writes that referendums in Europe have become common tools in the last few years to decide controversial issues. She examines two such…

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American Federalism

April 25, 2018

Why Can California Require Stricter Air Quality Standards?

Nicholas Bryner and Meredith Hankins explain how California received authority under the Clean Air Act to seek waivers allowing the state to impose stricter…

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American Federalism

April 24, 2018

Will Climate-Change Denial Lead to a Return of Nuisance Law?

Mark Nevitt and Robert V. Percival write that the Trump administration's approach toward environmental protection, specifically in climate-change denial, could lead to a revival…

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American Federalism

April 24, 2018

Q & A with Michael Li About Texas Racial Gerrymandering Case

The Texas Observer has posted an interview with the Brennan Center for Justice's Michael Li about the Texas gerrymandering case that is currently before…

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News

April 24, 2018

“Uncooperative” Federalism in India?

The editorial board of Economic and Political Weekly writes that the Finance Commission has acted ably as an independent arbiter of resources between the…

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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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