New Federalism Arrives in Washington
Since the very beginning of this blog I have been writing about a concept called New Federalism. Whatever contact I had with the Obama staff during the campaign, had always related to this subject. Put “New Federalism” into my search box and you will find 30 entries.
From the front page of this morning’s New York Times.
The Obama administration seems to be open to a movement known as “progressive federalism,” in which governors and activist state attorneys general have been trying to lead the way on environmental initiatives, consumer protection and other issues, several constitutional experts say.A recent decision by President Obamathat could open the way for California and other states to set their own limits on greenhouse gases from cars and trucks represents a shift in the delicate and often acrimonious relationship between the federal government and the states, legal experts say, possibly signaling a new view of federalism.
“I think it’s quite significant,” said Samuel Issacharoff, a professor of constitutional law at New York University law school. “It shows the Obama administration’s more benign view of government intervention,” Professor Issacharoff said, and “may indicate a spirit of cooperative federalism” in which Washington will look to the states for new ideas and even a measure of guidance.
Progressive Federalism or New Federalism–I don’t really care what you call it. It just feels good that some of the ideas have gotten into the White House.
Unreal. Jon, I’ve been reading this blog since last
February and have told just about everyone I know at least once to check it out. I’ve always been excited by your ideas yet at the same time skeptical of their acceptance and shelf life in Washington. Just barely one week into Big Bama’s House I’ve already seen evidence that the ideas and sentiments expressed here are filtering into our elected government and it really feels great. Yay us.
Josh C
January 30, 2009 at 7:46 am
I think we have just won the lottery in a lot of ways. Once President Obama gets his 100 days under his belt, he will really surprise us all.
Forced Green
January 30, 2009 at 7:12 pm
I like the EPA decision — but this is not a “new” approach to federalism! Has Obama Already Redefined State and Federal Relations? Yes — According to the New York Times
Tony Smith
January 31, 2009 at 4:17 am
Obama , i bellive in this president!
grosfi
February 5, 2009 at 12:19 pm
See if you think I’ve got it right in how I depict federalism. I had several replies to my posts so I wrote another in defense of the governmance system. If you are interested in having a look, here is the link. http://euandus3.wordpress.com/2009/10/27/coming-soon-a-post-on-problems-with-a-resurgent-federalism/
euandus
October 29, 2009 at 6:53 am