Federalism & Separation of Powers Practice Group

The Role of State Solicitors General [POLICYbrief]

Sarah Hawkins Warren, Dominic Draye, Misha Tseytlin

Short video featuring Sarah Hawkins Warren, Dominic Draye, and Misha Tseytlin

Since 1987, the number of state solicitors general has more than quadrupled. These chief appellate...

South Dakota v. Wayfair: Concerns and Consequences for State Taxation and Online Commerce from Oral Argument

Andrew J. Pincus

When the Supreme Court granted review in South Dakota v. Wayfair, the conventional wisdom was...

Is Everyone Now for Federalism?

John O. McGinnis

Short video featuring John McGinnis

What is the purpose of federalism? Prof. John McGinnis of Northwestern Law explains how two...

What Should be Done to Address Rising Crime Rates?

John S. Baker

Short video featuring John S. Baker Jr.

What should happen when a local government cannot protect the citizenry from criminal activity? Professor...

NLC: Is Everyone Now for Federalism?

President Trump's administration has helped renew interest in federalism among Democrats and liberals. Is there...