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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

“Dualist Federalism” and the Pandemic

John Agnew argues that "a vision of federalism put into practice since the 1980s reflecting a strict division of powers between the states and the…

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American Federalism

Accountability and Federal Pandemic Aid

Donald F. Kettl examines how, thanks in part to federal aid, state and local finances are in better shape than many observers expected. But…

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Cooperative Federalism in the Northern Canadian Corridor

Dwight Newman has published "An Overview and Assessment of Key Constitutional Issues Relevant to the Canadian Northern Corridor" as part of a series for…

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American Federalism

Does Federal Law Preempt California’s Private Attorneys General Act?

Linda S. Mullenix explores the interaction between the Federal Arbitration Act and California's Private Attorneys General Act in anticipation of the March 30 oral argument before the…

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American Federalism

Videoconference on Federalism and Infrastructure

On March 25, the Wayne State University Law Review will host a symposium via Zoom titled "Oversight, Infrastructure, and Federalism: Ensuring Transparency, Accountability, and…

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American Federalism

Medicaid Expansion in Another State?

Governor Roy Cooper of North Carolina recently suggested that Republican resistance within North Carolina to Medicaid expansion might be diminishing. The state is one…

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Separatists Movements Studied

Using Quebec as a case study, Emilie Patry examines the causes of separatist and nationalist claims in federal countries. Read more here.

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American Federalism

States Pursue Unemployment Loan Interest Waivers

A number of states are pushing the federal government to waive almost $400 million in interest on federal loans that supported their unemployment systems…

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American Federalism

Video Policy Brief on Federalism

In a video policy brief for the Hoover Institution, John Yoo suggests that federalism is beneficial in a large, diverse nation such as the United…

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Federalism and COVID-19 Responses in the United States and Mexico

Mauricio Covarrubias explores how the federal systems of the United States and Mexico have reacted to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more here.

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American Federalism

Federalism and Preemption of State-Created Restraints

Alan J. Meese contends that the "state action doctrine" should not prevent Sherman Act preemption of state-created competitive restraints. Meese writes that neither federalism…

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American Federalism

American Federalism and Disaster Policy

Nancy J. Knauer reviews American disaster policy with an emphasis on the oversight challenges present in a federal system of governance. Read more here.

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American Federalism

Was the U.S. Constitution Designed to Curb the Power of the States?

In an op-ed, Jamelle Bouie argues that "the Constitution was written in significant part to weaken and undermine state governments" (password required). 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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