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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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April 25, 2024

Conflict Between State Abortion Law and Federal Legislation Heard by Supreme Court

This week, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments related to whether Idaho's near-total ban on abortion conflicts with a federal law designed to ensure…

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April 25, 2024

New Guide to Local Governments in Federal Systems

The Forum of Federations has recently published The Forum of Federations Handbook on Local Government in Federal Systems. Read more here.

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April 24, 2024

Provincial “Bottlenecks” in Nepal?

A recent editorial in The Kathmandu Post contends that although "Nepal's adoption of federalism was never a wrong move," its implementation has led to "bottlenecks" at…

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April 24, 2024

Federal Funding, States, and Broadband Expansion

Jake Varn with the Pew Charitable Trusts reports on how states are faring in using federal funds for broadband expansion. Read more here.

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April 23, 2024

Taxation and “The Federalist”

Hans Gribnau and Jane Frecknall Hughes explore the taxation debates contained within The Federalist. The writers note that "particularly contentious was the relationship between state tax…

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April 23, 2024

Devolution in Pakistan

Fatima Idrees traces how the process of devolution has occurred in Pakistan. Read more here.

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April 22, 2024

Canada’s Notwithstanding Clause and Federalism

Carissima Mathen examines how the Notwithstanding Clause of the Canadian Constitution affects federalism. Read more here.

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April 22, 2024

Federalism and African Self-Determination

Writing in an op-ed that "federalism is as African as Baobab trees and the Big Five," Zakhele Mthembu contends that federalism is a bedrock…

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April 17, 2024

Tribal Nations and Article IV

Grant Christensen considers whether Article IV of the Constitution, which requires that states respect other states' sovereignty, should require states to similarly respect the…

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April 17, 2024

Call for More Time to Use Federal Educational Funds

Narric Rome urges states and local school districts to request more time -- something the U.S. Department of Education has signaled it is open…

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April 16, 2024

Federalism and Primary Care in Canada

A group of writers call for significant changes to the Canadian primary healthcare system, arguing that "in an ideal world of more collaborative federalism" the national…

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April 16, 2024

Federal Authority and Home Distilling

In a blog post for the Federalist Society website, Eric Walker reports on litigation that challenges the constitutional authority of the federal government to ban home distilling.…

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April 15, 2024

Sovereignty and the EU

Iris Goldner Lang considers whether membership in the EU constitutes a loss or gain in sovereignty. Read more here.

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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.

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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