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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

August 23, 2022

Federalism, Covid, and Accountability

Robert E. Moffit and Jordan Lamb write that the Covid-19 pandemic has "offered  excellent lessons in the advantages of federalism" and in public accountability. Read…

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American Federalism

August 22, 2022

Federalism in a Post-Roe United States

A group of scholars examine a number of issues related to the recent Dobbs decision, including a possible Food and Drug Administration preemption of state…

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News

August 22, 2022

Emmanuel Macron’s European Policy Goals and the EU

Shahin Vallée contends that although now is an opportune time to strengthen the European Union, French president Emmanuel Macron has failed to deliver on…

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American Federalism

August 19, 2022

Podcast on Federalism and Democracy

"The Science of Politics" podcast has interviewed Jacob Grumbach of the University of Michigan regarding federalism and democracy. You can listen here.

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American Federalism

August 19, 2022

Federalism and Privacy

Jeremy Meisinger considers how federalism is affecting efforts to bolster privacy protections. Read more here.

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American Federalism

August 18, 2022

The States and the Inflation Reduction Act

Carl Smith reviews how the recently enacted Inflation Reduction Act will benefit state and local energy and climate programs. Read more here.

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News

August 18, 2022

Brexit and Boris Johnson’s Departure

With Prime Minister Boris Johnson leaving office soon, William Booth considers how well Brexit, Johnson's singular achievement, is faring (password required). Read more here.

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American Federalism

August 17, 2022

Report on “New Federalism”

The American Civil Liberties Union has issued a report titled, "Our New Federalism: Using State Constitutions and Statutes to Advance Civil Rights and Civil…

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News

August 17, 2022

Constitutional Change and Intergovernmental Agreements

Johanne Poirier and Jesse Hartery review informal constitutional change brought about by intergovernmental agreements. Read more here.

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News

August 16, 2022

Federalism and Uniform Legislation

Guzyal Hill considers national uniform legislation and the broader theoretical framework of federalism in which it exists. Read more here.

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American Federalism

August 16, 2022

The Biden Administration and the “Health Insurance Cliff”

Frank J. Thompson explores whether the Biden administration will be able to successfully work with the states to "avert a health insurance cliff." Read…

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News

August 15, 2022

Federalism and the Canadian Paramountcy Doctrine

Jesse Hartery reviews the ways that the paramountcy doctrine has been the subject of doctrinal fluctuations during the last century. Read more here.

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News

August 15, 2022

Provincial Election Setting in Nepal

The Kathmandu Post is reporting that federalism is "yet to be embraced in a true sense" while the nation still allows the national government to set…

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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.

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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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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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