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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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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 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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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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Books

Review of “The Symbolic State”

Sean Mueller has reviewed Karlo Basta's book, The Symbolic State: Minority Recognition, Majority Backlash, and Secession in Multinational Countries. Read more here.

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American Federalism

Local Officials Frustrated by Clawback Plan

Many city officials are expressing their frustration that Congress has considered attempting to take back some American Rescue Plan Act funds. Read more here.

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State Courts As a Source for the Protection of Civil Rights?

Austin Sarat writes that, in light of recent rulings from the U.S. Supreme Court, "what state supreme courts do is more important than ever."…

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Federalism and Federal Rights Minimalism

Helen Hershkoff and Nathan Yaffe review the aftermath of a 1973 U.S. Supreme Court decision that rejected the idea that education is a fundamental…

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American Federalism

Podcast on Data Federalism

The Lawfare Podcast recently hosted Professor Bridget Fahey to discuss her recent article, "Data Federalism." You can listen here.

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Litigation As a Tool Against Preemption

Writing that "local voters and policymakers around the country have been at the forefront of policy innovations in recent years," Sabrina Adler and Meryl…

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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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