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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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December 18, 2024

Federalism Post-Chevron

Jameson Taylor considers what could be next for American federalism in the wake of the U.S. Supreme Court's recent decision curbing Chevron agency deference. Taylor contends…

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December 17, 2024

More Autonomy for Quebec?

Alain Noël writes that Premier François Legault's government has prepared a report that offers a challenging, but plausible, roadmap toward greater autonomy for Quebec. Read more…

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December 17, 2024

Book on Devolution’s Effects on Welsh Women

Emma Schofield has edited Woman's Wales? The Dissonance and Diversity of Devolution Through the Lives of Women in Wales (Cardigan, Wales: Parthian Books, 2024). The book features…

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December 12, 2024

Study of Constitutional Administration, Including State Sovereignty

The Pioneer Institute has published "Restoring the Republic: A Blueprint for Constitutional Administration." The study includes a discussion of how the federal government limits state…

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December 12, 2024

Extractive Federalism and Disability Spending

Karen Tani explores the efforts of state and local governments to push needy residents toward disability-based income programs, which shifts the cost of such…

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December 11, 2024

A Democratic Case for Federalism

Michael Da Silva offers a democratic case for federalism, suggesting that "federalism is the best available method for recognizing the distinct demoi" within a nation.…

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December 11, 2024

Call for States to Reassert Their Authority

Adam White of the American Enterprise Institute urges the states to reassert themselves rather than seeming "to exist simply to administer federal programs and…

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December 10, 2024

Constitutional Federalism and the Authority of the States

Anthony J. Bellia Jr. and Bradford R. Clark contend that, in considering the authority of the states, "the proper question in federalism cases is not…

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December 10, 2024

Updated Federalism “Scorecard” Released

The State Policy Network has released an updated version of its "Federalism Scorecard." Read more here.

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December 9, 2024

Call for Progressives to Embrace Federalism

In an op-ed, Sean Beienburg urges Democrats to turn to the Constitution's division of power between the federal government and the states to keep the…

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December 9, 2024

Blue States and the Incoming Administration

Franklin Foer writes that Democratic-leaning states intend to turn to federalism to resist the policies of the incoming Trump administration (password required). Read more…

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December 5, 2024

Call for Federalism “Reset” in Eastern Malaysia

See Chee How contends that Malaysia should "reset to reform federalism" by shifting control of valuable petroleum rights from the federal government to the East…

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December 5, 2024

Court Blocks Federal Corporate Transparency Law

A federal district court has blocked the implementation of the Corporate Transparency Act on grounds that the law oversteps constitutional bounds by intruding too far…

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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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