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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

January 23, 2018

Federalism Podcast from the National Constitution Center

The National Constitution Center has produced a podcast with two constitutional-law scholars about federalism under President Trump. You can listen to the podcast here.

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News

January 22, 2018

Limits to Change in the Nature of Intergovernmental Relations

Jennifer Wallner examines the effect that differing ideas about federalism can have on intergovernmental relations. She asserts that a variety of factors, such as…

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News

January 22, 2018

Seeking Clarity in Federalism’s Terminology

Michael Burgess explores the meaning of the terms federalism, federation, devolution, and federal devolution with an eye toward clarifying distinctions among them as well…

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American Federalism

January 22, 2018

The Growth of Federal Grants to the States

As part of its Fiscal Federalism Initiative, the Pew Charitable Trusts has published a report examining the growth of federal grants to the states…

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News

January 19, 2018

Cross-Learning Among States and Universal Health Coverage in India

Owen Smith and Sheena Chhabra write that states in India account for about two thirds of the country's total health spending and that the…

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American Federalism

January 19, 2018

States Sue FCC over Net Neutrality Decision

Twenty-one states, the District of Columbia, and several public interest groups have filed the first major lawsuits to block the repeal of the Federal…

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Podcasts

January 18, 2018

We the People Podcast: Federalism Under President Trump

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American Federalism

January 17, 2018

State Preemption Curtailing Local Policy Innovation

In this op-ed, Michael Abels writes that many policy initiatives historically developed at the federal and state level have shifted to the cities. He…

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American Federalism

January 17, 2018

Despite NAFTA Uncertainty, New England and Canada Talk

President Trump has promised voters that his administration will renegotiate the North American Free Trade Agreement in ways more favorable to the United States.…

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American Federalism

January 17, 2018

Supreme Court to Hear Internet Sales Tax Case

The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to reexamine earlier precedent that bars states from requiring online retailers to collect sales taxes. Read more here.

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American Federalism

January 17, 2018

Programs Remain Unfunded

More than three months have passed since Congress missed its deadline to pass a long-term spending bill. The lack of funding for the Children's…

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American Federalism

January 17, 2018

A Federalism Solution to Marijuana Conflict?

Michael Barone writes that, in light of the Justice Department's recently announced intent to allow federal prosecutions for marijuana possession, supporters of the industry…

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American Federalism

January 16, 2018

The Supreme Court and Federalism Trends

John Dinan compares U.S. Supreme Court rulings from this century with those from the late twentieth century. He asserts that the court continues to…

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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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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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