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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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November 15, 2023

Federal Transportation Safety Grants Awarded

The U.S. Department of Transportation has announced that it is awarding $82 million in grants for transportation safety to 235 localities. Read more here.

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November 14, 2023

Comparative Judicial Federalism

Jeffrey Steven Gordon writes that comparative judicial federalism is underexplored and that an "authoritative declaration of constitutional rights may vary with a country's particular…

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November 14, 2023

Harper v. Moore Analyzed

A "leading case" article in the Harvard Law Review suggests that although the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in Harper v. Moore largely rejected the so-called Independent State Legislature…

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November 13, 2023

Diversity and Unity Through Federalism?

Ilya Somin writes that the diversity created by federalism helps to promote unity. Read more here.

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November 13, 2023

Healthcare Federalism and Disparities Among the States

Allison Whelan examines how state restrictions on pharmaceuticals approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration contribute to disparities in health-care access. She contends that…

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November 10, 2023

The Covid Pandemic and Political Competition Among German States

A group of scholars explore the "political competition" among German state leaders to benefit the most from announced and actually implemented measures to combat the Covid…

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November 10, 2023

Brexit and Northern Ireland’s Constitutional Future

C.R.G. Murray and Etain Tannam consider Northern Ireland's post-Brexit future and suggest that non-zero sum policies are still possible and should be explored. Read…

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November 9, 2023

Review of Federalism in the United Kingdom

David Melding, a long-serving member of the Welsh Parliament, has written an article titled, "Federalism, Union, and Secession." Read more here.

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November 9, 2023

Is Canada “Disintegrating”?

In an op-ed, Andrew Coyne decries the "disintegration of a national consciousness" that he asserts is occurring as provinces increasingly "thumb their noses at…

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November 9, 2023

James Buckley and “Saving Congress from itself” 

Chris Edwards writes on the passing of federal judge and U.S. senator James Buckley that Buckley's Saving Congress from Itself is "a great introduction…

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November 8, 2023

Federalism and Climate Change Event

The World Federalist Movement has announced a live and Zoom event titled, "The Climate Crisis and World Federalism," to be held November 12. Read…

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November 8, 2023

Localities and Secession

Alan Ehrenhalt explores what he terms the "quixotic efforts" of counties and localities to secede from the state where they are located. Read more…

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November 7, 2023

Immigration and IGSAs

Amanda Z. Sin contends that the use of intergovernmental service agreements (IGSAs) is a fundamentally flawed way for the U.S. government to carry out…

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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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