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Federalism

More than just local government?

Unravelling the layers of authority in the US government

This article is relevant to all specifications that require knowledge and understanding of comparative US/ UK politics.

Even if it is not mentioned explicitly by name in the US Constitution, federalism – or state government – is a key component of ordinary Americans’ day-to-day lives. A-level politics students overlook this at their examination peril.

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