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Thursday, November 7, 2013

Federalism Essay #4

Federalism is the federal principle or system of government. Both categorical grants and federal mandates have increased the power of the federal government relative to the states. Categorical grants increase the states' power because they are the main source of federal aid to state and local governments. Federal mandates increase the states' power because they require that states and local governments comply with federal rules under threat of penalties or as a condition of receipt of a federal grant.

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