Center for the Study of Federalism

Federalism Matters

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Federalism Matters is a podcast focusing on contemporary issues and how they are affected by American federalism. Hosted by the Center for the Study of Federalism, each show is a brief exploration of how federalism is relevant to our daily lives. For more information check out our website at https://federalism.org/

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Federalism and the First Presidential Debate of 2024 28.06.2024 21:20

This episode explores how federalism plays a part in the public policy issues discussed in the first presidential debate of 2024 between President Joseph Biden and former President Donald Trump. Host Wesley Leckrone (Widener University) is joined by CSF Fellows John Dinan (Wake Forest University) and John Kincaid (Lafayette College).

Federalism and Biden's 2024 State of the Union Address 09.03.2024 20:22

This episode explores issues related to American federalism in President Biden's 2024 State of the Union Address. Host Wesley Leckrone (Widener University) is joined by CSF Fellows John Kincaid (Lafayette College) and Troy Smith (BYU-Hawaii). 

Trump and the Insurrection Clause: The Supreme Court Weighs In 05.03.2024 12:44

This episode explores the recent Supreme Court decision,  Trump v. Anderson.  Host Wesley Leckrone (Widener University) talks with John Kincaid (Lafayette College) about the decision that prevents states from disqualifying former President Trump from the ballot under the Insurrection Clause of the 14 th Amendment.

The Electoral College: Combining Democracy & Federalism 12.02.2024 15:23

This episode explores why the United States chooses its president through the Electoral College. Host Dr. Wesley Leckrone (Widener University) is joined by CSF Fellow Troy Smith (BYU-Hawaii), to discuss how the Electoral College combines democracy and federalism, and its practical effects on presidential elections.

Why is Redistricting So Controversial? 24.09.2023 18:01

This episode explores the redistricting process and why it can be a controversial and contentious process. Federalism is a factor as states redraw legislative boundaries, but are subject to federal restrictions. The episode is co-hosted by CSF Fellows Dr. Joseph Marbach (Georgian Court University) and Dr. J. Wesley Leckrone (Widener University), who discuss their Federalism Digest on the topic.&nb...

Federalism and the August GOP Debate 28.08.2023 15:22

This episode explores the way federalism is affecting the issues discussed in the 2024 presidential race in the United States, particularly in the first Republican Presidential Debate in Milwaukee on August 23. Host Dr. Wesley Leckrone is joined by CSF Fellows John Kincaid (Lafayette College) and Troy Smith (BYU-Hawaii). 

James Madison and American Federalism 05.07.2023 8:33

The topic for today’s Federalism Matters podcast is James Madison. James Madison is often referred to as the Father of the Constitution, for his contributions to the constitution and for co-authoring the Federalist Papers , which advocated for ratification of the new constitution. Today we examine the contributions of James Madison to American government by revisiting Gordon Henderson’...