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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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Federalism and Canadian LNG Exports

In an op-ed, Rob Breakenridge contends that supporting federalism is the best way for Alberta to participate in the production and sale of liquified…

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American Federalism Tracker

The Federalism Index Project offers a frequently updated "tracker" that lists federalism-related bills, policies, and litigation, as well as other items touching on federalism…

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“Executive Federalism” in Australia

Tracy Beck Fenwick explores the role of "executive federalism" as practiced by former prime minister Scott Morrison during the Covid-19 pandemic. Fenwick writes that…

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U.S. Responses to Covid-19 Pandemic Analyzed

Federalism US has prepared an analysis of American intergovernmental responses to Covid-19. The report also includes suggested action items. Read more here.

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Canadian Provincial Responses to Covid-19

Jörg Broschek examines the differing approaches that Canadian provinces took toward the Covid-19 pandemic and how successful the different approaches were at limiting the effects…

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Review of “Principles Matter”

Ilya Somin has reviewed Principles Matter: The Constitution, Progressives, and the Trump Era, by Carlos A. Ball. Read more here. .

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“Regressive Federalism” and Public Health

A group of scholars examine judicial shifts in three public health contexts: reproductive rights, vaccinations, and national security (password required). Read more here.

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Research on the Independent State Legislature Theory

The Brennan Center for Justice has released a compilation of scholarship related to the independent state legislature theory. Read more here.

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Review of Book on Trump and Federalism

James M. Brasfield has reviewed Trump, the Administrative Presidency, and Federalism, by Frank J. Thompson, Kenneth K. Wong, and Barry G. Rabe. Read more here.

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Expanding Broadband Coverage

The Rockefeller Institute for Government has prepared a podcast episode and a series of articles exploring the challenges of expanding broadband availability and what…

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75 Years of Indian Federalism

Ambar Kumar Ghosh reviews the history of Indian federalism, dividing that history into four phases. Read more here.

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Cooperative Federalism and the Canadian ANGAA

Kelly Goles explores the recently passed Anishinabek Nation Governance Agreement Act, which results from decades of negotiations between the  Anishinabek Nation and the federal…

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Significant Features of American Federalism Database

Federalism US has produced a database describing many aspects of federalism in the United States. Read more here.

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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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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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