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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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News

July 17, 2023

What are the Limits of Ottawa’s Spending Power?

Jesse Hartery reports that clarity may be forthcoming from the Canadian Supreme Court on the issue of the federal government's spending power. Read more…

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American Federalism

July 7, 2023

The Effects of States Veering to the Left and Right

As many states have moved further to the right or left, Tom Cronin and Bob Loevy consider the political effects of these shifts. Read…

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American Federalism

July 7, 2023

Interstate Compact Law Update

Jeffrey Litwak and Marisa Fiat review judicial, administrative, and legislative developments in interstate compact law in 2022. Read more here.

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News

July 6, 2023

Financial Instruments and Mexican Federal Public Policy

Joel Mendoza Gomez and Joel Mendoza Ruiz examine the financial instruments that shape Mexican federalism. Read more here.

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American Federalism

July 6, 2023

Experiencing Constitutional Structure

Justin Weinstein-Tull explores how Americans experience constitutional structure -- including federalism -- in their daily lives. Read more here.

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American Federalism

July 5, 2023

A Comparative and Theoretical Perspective of Judicial Federalism

Gabrielle Appleby and Erin F. Delaney address “judicial federalism” from a comparative and theoretical perspective. Read more here.

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American Federalism

July 5, 2023

Should Roe’s Reasoning Be Retained by State Courts?

In the wake of the Dobbs decision, B. Jessie Hill considers whether state courts should consider resurrecting or abandoning the doctrinal framework of Roe v. Wade. Read…

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American Federalism

July 3, 2023

Federalism, International Law, and Domestic Courts

James B. Garvey analyzes the role of international law in U.S. courts, particularly the federalism and separation-of-powers concerns raised by this issue. Read more…

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News

July 3, 2023

The Legitimacy of the EU’s Stance on Secession

Niklas Bremberg and Jouni Reinikainen consider what the European Union's Prodi Doctrine means for the organization's democratic legitimacy. Read more here.

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Federalism Digests

July 1, 2023

The Electoral College: Combining Democracy and Federalism

The Electoral College is one of the most fascinating and controversial institutions of American federalism.  Do you know why the framers of the U.S. Constitution created this presidential election system?

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American Federalism

June 30, 2023

Special Journal Issue on State and Local Governance Announced

The Yale Law Journal has announced that an upcoming issue of the journal will focus on state and local governance. The submission cycle will open on…

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American Federalism

June 30, 2023

A Democratic Theory of Home Rule

David M. Walsh  argues that state attacks on Home Rule should be regarded as attacks on democracy. He writes that "Home Rule is our codified guarantee of…

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American Federalism

June 29, 2023

Monitoring Federalism

Christian G. Fritz describes the role that American states play in monitoring the nation's federalism. Read more here.

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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.

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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