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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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October 12, 2022

Brazilian Centralization and Decentralization

Rogerio Schlegel reviews Brazil's history of movement between centralization and decentralization from 1889 to 2020. This article is part of a topical issue of…

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American Federalism

October 10, 2022

Climate Change and American Federalism

Andrew Hammond looks at how climate change will interact with America's federal structure to present new challenges to the nation, particularly to the most vulnerable…

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October 10, 2022

Federalism and the Proposed Alberta Sovereignty Act

In an op-ed, Alan L. Ross explores proposed legislation that would give the province of Alberta the authority to ignore federal laws that it…

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October 7, 2022

Typology of Rights in the US and the EU

Mohamed Moussa suggests that traditional typologies such as floor/ceiling and centralization/decentralization fail to capture the interactions of rights in the United States and the…

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October 7, 2022

Presentation on Federalism and the Middle East

On October 14, the University of California, Santa Cruz, will host a virtual event with Asli Bâli titled, "From Revolution to Devolution? Dilemmas of Federalism…

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October 6, 2022

Conference on Tax Policy and Fiscal Federalism in the EU

On October 24, 2022, the Center for European Policy Studies will host a conference titled "Principled Tax Policy: The Future of Pillar Two and…

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October 6, 2022

Conference on Fiscal Federalism and Territorial Inequalities

On October 27-28, 2022, the International Association of Centers for Federal Studies will host a conference focusing on fiscal federalism and territorial inequalities. Read…

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October 5, 2022

Intergovernmental Relations and EV Vehicle Development in China

A group of writers have analyzed how intergovernmental relations have affected the development of electric vehicles in China. Read more here.

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American Federalism

October 5, 2022

The Federal Government and the Cost of Police Misconduct

Fred B. Brown explores whether the federal government should help states and localities pay for police misconduct through tax-exempt bonds. Read more here.

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American Federalism

October 4, 2022

Review of “Democratic Justice”

Lincoln Caplan reviews Democratic Justice: Felix Frankfurter, the Supreme Court, and the Making of the Liberal Establishment, by Brad Snyder. In the review, Caplan addresses…

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American Federalism

October 4, 2022

An Interstate Cannabis Market Without Federal Legalization?

Mona Zhang reviews efforts to create an interstate market for cannabis even as Congress continues to refrain from legalizing cannabis use at the federal…

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American Federalism

October 3, 2022

The Independent State Legislature Theory and the Twelfth Amendment

Franita Tolson reviews the independent state legislature theory and contends that it "runs counter to the democratizing effect that the Twelfth Amendment was intended…

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American Federalism

October 3, 2022

Cooperative Federalism and Coordinated Rulemaking

Bridget Fahey suggests that scholars have yet to develop an understanding of cooperative administrative law for cooperative federalism. She writes that, nonetheless, "federal and…

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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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