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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

February 4, 2022

State Responsibilities with Federal Broadband Funding

Noting the large amounts of federal aid flowing to the states for broadband improvements, Greg Weiner and Ryan Oakes warn that states have little…

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American Federalism

February 3, 2022

Federalism and Native American Hunting Rights

The Sheridan College Thickman Faculty Lecture Series will host a lecture by Michael Thomas on federalism and Native American hunting rights. Read more here.

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American Federalism

February 3, 2022

Fiscal Federalism Position

The Pew Charitable Trusts has posted a senior associate position within its fiscal federalism initiative group. The group "provides research and analysis on issues…

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American Federalism

February 3, 2022

Commerce Secretary Addresses Broadband Priorities

U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo has explained the department's priorities related to financial assistance to localities for broadband support. Read more here.

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News

February 2, 2022

Devolution and the United Kingdom Internal Market Act 2020

A group of scholars explore the impact of the United Kingdom's withdrawal from the European Union by studying the market access principles in the United…

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American Federalism

February 2, 2022

The U.S. Supreme Court and Federalism

Michael Dichio and Ilya Somin have reviewed hundreds of U.S. Supreme Court cases with an eye toward understanding the effect that the court has…

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American Federalism

February 1, 2022

Federalism and Statehood for the District of Columbia

Jessica Bulman-Pozen and Olatunde C. Johnson contend that the Fourteenth Amendment requires statehood for the District of Columbia and that "Congress’s admission of D.C.…

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News

February 1, 2022

Federalism in 2030

Bilyana Petkova examines federalism as a power-sharing mechanism within larger entities such as the European Union and considers how relationships within federations might change…

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American Federalism

January 31, 2022

Small Localities and Federal Cybersecurity Support

Jenni Bergal looks at some of the security challenges faced by smaller localities and the possibilities offered by increased federal aid. Read more here.

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American Federalism

January 31, 2022

The States and Federal Broadband Funding

Carl Smith and Jake Blumgart consider how state leaders should use Internet-related federal infrastructure funds. Read more here.

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News

January 28, 2022

Canada’s Response to the Pandemic Reviewed

A group of scholars examine Canada's response to the Covid-19 pandemic, with a focus on the role played by the federal government. Read more…

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American Federalism

January 28, 2022

Agricultural Department to Assist Rural Localities

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced that it will supply $1 billion in grants and loans to benefit rural communities. Read more here.

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American Federalism

January 27, 2022

States Push Back Against Federal Transportation Infrastructure Requirements

An influential coalition of state highway agencies is pushing back against new processes the Biden administration has put in place as requirements for transportation…

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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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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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