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.
The states are policy innovators, developing new solutions to many of the most pressing issues facing the country.
Shahab Usto denounces what he characterizes as a dismantling of Pakistan's federal and democratic structures, arguing that "it is a tragedy that federalism and…
A group of Democratic mayors faced harsh questioning by Republican members of Congress about the cities' refusal to support the Trump administration's deportation push (password…
Biswash Chepang writes that Nepal's change to a federal structure has yet to bring about significant change for the nation's indigenous people. Chepang writes…
Jörg Baudner traces how Turkey has moved from a decentralized governmental system back to a more highly centralized system. Read more here.
Alexei I. Miller considers how the concept of a state-nation proposed by Alfred Stepan and Juan Linz might, or might not, apply to Russian federalism. Read…
As the Department of Government Efficiency continues to terminate federal jobs, a number of states and localities see this as an opportunity to recruit…
Ashley Deeks and Kristen Eichensehr explore the rise of state, rather than federal, involvement in the development of national security policies. Read more here.
Fabrice Balanche writes that Syria's interim president, Ahmed al-Sharaa, could help avoid the failures of the previous regime by decentralizing power and establishing a federal…
Kylie Ford argues that structural challenges within the U.S. Constitution effectively bar sound environmental governance, something she asserts could be remedied by a federal environmental…
Writing in The New Republic, Matt Ford contends that President Trump "is effectively declaring war on federalism." Read more here.
A state agency and at least two county sheriff offices in Texas have signed agreements with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to allow local law officers who’ve…
Tracy Beck Fenwick and Thiago Silva examine Australians' understanding of whether their state receives a fair share of federal government spending on various programs…
Mila Sohoni discusses the administrative law and federalism implications of Adam Zimmerman's 2024 article, "Ghostwriting Federalism." She writes that Zimmerman "makes the pleasingly counterintuitive observation…
1 to 14
|
3886 Results
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.
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.
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.
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.
Click here to sign-up to receive notifications about CSF materials and events. We will not share your email with any outside organizations or individuals.
Please direct all questions and comments related to this website, and inquiries about the research and teaching grants and awards, to us here. Remember CSF is a nonpartisan, interdisciplinary research and education institution.
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.
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.
© 2025 Center for the Study of Federalism. All Rights Reserved.
