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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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September 6, 2017

Stephen Schechter Provided the KATT Constitution Day Lecture

Stephen Schechter gave the KATT Constitution Day Lecture on “The Current State of American Federalism” at SUNY ULSTER, Kingston, NY, September 19, 2017.  

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August 6, 2017

CSF Fellow Wesley Leckrone will be representing the Center

CSF Fellow Wesley Leckrone will be representing the Center at this year’s International Association of Centers for Federal Studies in Switzerland this October. He…

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Podcasts

June 6, 2017

Progressive Federalism: A New Way Forward?  

American Constitution Society, 6 June 2017

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CSF Projects

State Constitutions

The Center’s commitment to the study of the American states dates back to Daniel J. Elazar’s pioneering work, American Federalism: A View From the States, first published in 1966.

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International Exchanges

The Center has hosted a steady stream of visiting scholars and international visitors since its founding. In 1976, the Center welcomed its first Visiting Fellow, Alexandre Marc, emeritus director of the International Center for Federal Studies in Nice.

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Political Culture

Since its founding, the Center has maintained a commitment to the study of ideas in history, culture, and politics

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Comparative Federalism

December 23, 2015

Comparative Federalism

The Center’s first comparative federalism program was Urbanization in Federal Systems, begun in 1972 with a two-year grant from the U.S. Office of Education.

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Cities of the Prairie

The Center has searched for the meanings, workings, and implications of federalism not only nationally but locally and in the states.

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American Federalism

December 23, 2015

Who Was Publius — The Real Guy?

“Publius” was the pseudonym used by New Yorkers Alexander Hamilton, John Jay, and James Madison of Virginia to write the 85 papers that make up The Federalist.

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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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