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Federalism

Journal

1992

Duke Law

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The Differing Federalisms Of Canada And The United States, Martha A. Field Jan 1992

The Differing Federalisms Of Canada And The United States, Martha A. Field

Law and Contemporary Problems

The differences in the ways in which the US and Canada have structured their federalisms are discussed. Both systems have judicial supremacy, but Canada recognizes far more legislative power in the provinces than the US allows its states.


Exit Rights Under Federalism, Richard A. Epstein Jan 1992

Exit Rights Under Federalism, Richard A. Epstein

Law and Contemporary Problems

Exit rights and their self-help nature are discussed. State and federal courts should not allow state or provincial governments to destroy these important protections of individual property rights.


Federalism Under Fire: The Role Of The Supreme Court Of Canada, Katherine Swinton Jan 1992

Federalism Under Fire: The Role Of The Supreme Court Of Canada, Katherine Swinton

Law and Contemporary Problems

The role of the Supreme Court of Canada in the country's federal system is discussed. Globalization will have an important impact on interpretation of the Canadian Constitution. The special status of Quebec will also have to be taken into account.