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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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April 14, 2023

The Several Aspects of Ethiopian Federalism

Berihun Adugna Gebeye contends that Ethiopian federalism should be considered more broadly than simply as a system of ethnic federalism. Read more here.

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American Federalism

April 12, 2023

Amicus Brief on Common-Law Tribal Sovereign Immunity

R. Trent McCotter of George Mason University has filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme Court asking that the Court reconsider its creation…

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American Federalism

April 12, 2023

Is New York’s New Gun Law Constitutional?

Leo Bernabei considers the constitutionality of New York's most recent gun-safety law, the Concealed Carry Improvement Act. Read more here.

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American Federalism

April 11, 2023

Did the Seventeenth Amendment “Ruin” American Federalism?

Adam M. Carrington contends that the Seventeenth Amendment, which changed selection of U.S. senators from state legislators to direct election by the people of…

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American Federalism

April 11, 2023

A Bruising Week for Federalism?

Jason Willick writes that the last week was a "bruising" one for American federalism because "state-level democracy was polarizing and dysfunctional" (password required). Read more here.

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American Federalism

April 10, 2023

Abortion and “Foot Voting”

Ilya Somin has penned two articles considering the possible extent of "foot voting" in the wake of the Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization U.S. Supreme…

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April 10, 2023

Tax Room and Fiscal Federalism

Rory Gillis examines the division of "tax room" in jurisdictions that share tax bases. He writes that conflicts frequently develop between national and sub-national…

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April 7, 2023

Event on Federalism in Nepal

The Center for International Private Enterprise has announced an online event titled "Exploring the State of Federalism in Nepal," to be held on April…

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American Federalism

April 7, 2023

The “American System” of Fiscal Federalism

Stan Veuger and Jeffery Clemens have provided a review of what they refer to as the "American System" of fiscal federalism. Read more here.

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April 6, 2023

The Somali Region and Ethiopian Federalism

Abdifatah Ismael Tahir and Mohamed Seid study how the Somali region's elite participate in Ethiopia's ethnic federalism, Read more here.

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April 6, 2023

Federalism and the Challenges Facing Nigeria

Jeremiah O. Arowosegbe explores ethno-linguistic, ethno-regional, and ethno-religious conflicts in Nigeria and considers how federalism might mitigate such threats. Read more here.

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April 5, 2023

Federalism in Iraq

Hamzeh Hadad reviews two decades of federalism in Iraq -- a transformation he describes as "uneven." Read more here.

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American Federalism

April 5, 2023

Criminal Federalism

Erin C. Blondel reviews the many overlaps between American federal criminal law and state criminal law. Blondel contends that this represents "a novel federalism model…

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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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