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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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American Federalism

The Courts and The Restatement of the Law of American Indians

Kirsten Matoy Carlson writes that the courts have failed to keep up with advances Congress has made in the relationship between the federal government and…

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Call for Federalism in Nepal

In an op-ed, Khim Lal Devkota asserts that the nation's reforms under the new constitution are occurring too slowly and that "the implementation of…

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Love v. Commonwealth and Australian Indigenous Relations

Kate Galloway and Melissa Castan explore the Love v. Commonwealth decision and how that decision -- and another case before the High Court of Australia -- affect…

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American Federalism

Does American Federalism Endanger Public Health?

Wendy E. Parmet contends that in the modern public health, political, and legal environment, "our federalism has become deadly." Read more here.

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Comparative Federalism

A Comparison of Federal Institutions and the Response to Covid

A group of scholars analyze how the institutions of three federal nations -- the United States, India, and Brazil -- empowered rather than constrained…

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American Federalism

Response to “Renewable Energy Federalism”

Michael B. Girrard has written a response to Danielle Stokes's recent article, "Renewable Energy Federalism."

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Federalism During Turbulent Times

A group of scholars contend that, in the political and economic turbulence of the past two decades, evidence about the efficacy of federalism is…

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Federalism and LGBTQ Issues in Southeast Asia

Jerry Dave Ntwari examines the role that federalism can play in bringing about progressive changes for marginalized groups in Southeast Asia. Read more here.

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Federalism and Consociationalism in Lebanon

In a blog post, Francesco Palermo and Lorenzo Somigli explore whether federalism offers a way forward from the "deadlock" of consociationalism. Read more here.

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American Federalism

State Sovereignty and Animal Rights

Mario H. Lopez writes that an animal rights case pending before the U.S. Supreme Court, National Pork Producers Council v. Ross, "could have surprising, and…

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Has Trudeau Engaged in “Aggressive Federalism”?

In an op-ed, John Ibbitson argues that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's "aggressive federalism" is dividing the nation. Read more here.

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American Federalism

American Federalism and Climate Change

Lincoln Mitchell contends that federalism in the United States is "overmatched" by climate change. Read more here.

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New Life for Quebec’s Separatist Movement?

In an op-ed, J.J. McCullough writes that the reelection of Quebec Premier Francois Legault could portend a resurrection of the province's separatist movement (password required). Read…

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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.

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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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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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