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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 8, 2022

Podcast on Canadian Fiscal Relations

Participants in a new episode of The Living Tree podcast take a "deep dive into fiscal federalism" by exploring Canadian federal-provincial fiscal relations. You…

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American Federalism

December 8, 2022

Would Independent State Legislature Theory “Dishonor” Federalism?

Ari Savitsky and Kristi Graunke contend that the independent state legislature theory, an idea currently before the U.S. Supreme Court, would "dishonor federalism principles"…

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December 7, 2022

Call for Federalism in the United Kingdom

In an op-ed, Alistair Carmichael contends that the time for federalism has arrived for Scotland and that "a federal UK with a written constitution…

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American Federalism

December 7, 2022

William Rehnquist and the Independent State Legislature Theory

Joan Biskupic writes that a case before the U.S. Supreme Court concerning the independent state legislature theory can be traced to a concurring opinion penned…

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December 6, 2022

Local Contacts and Compliance with National Policies in China

A group of scholars study how hometown relationships between local leaders and members of China's Politburo Standing Committee affect local compliance with national policies.…

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December 6, 2022

Autocracies and Local Opposition

Mariam Begadze considers how liberal opposition at the local level has interacted with autocratic leadership at the national level in Poland, Turkey, and Hungary. Read more…

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December 5, 2022

Call for Judicial Federalism in Nigeria

Edoba Omoregie contends that the "unitarist structure" of Nigeria's judiciary should be discarded in favor of a form reflecting "judicial federalism." Read more here.

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December 5, 2022

Does Alberta Bill Threaten Canadian Federalism?

Feo Snagovsky criticizes the Alberta Sovereignty Within a United Canada Act on grounds that the bill would, among other issues, undermine the federal system…

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December 2, 2022

Federal Nations and Pandemic Responses

A group of scholars examine how federal political institutions affect the ability of countries to deal effectively with a pandemic. Read more here.

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American Federalism

December 2, 2022

Dobbs and Federalism

Robert Lowry Clinton suggests that the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade could spark a "renewal" of federalism. Read more here.

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December 1, 2022

Tamil Nationalist Parties and Federalism

D.B.S. Jeyaraj reviews how Tamil political parties' approach to federalism could affect the larger Sri Lankan political climate. Read more here.

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December 1, 2022

Should More Powers Be Devolved to Scotland?

In an op-ed, Simon Jenkins calls for a closer look at devolution for Scotland: "European federalism takes many forms: Swiss, Spanish, German or Italian.…

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November 30, 2022

Is It Time for New Leadership in Canada?

In an op-ed, John Ibbitson contends that an increasingly fraught relationship between the federal government and the provinces suggests that the time has come…

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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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