Values and Value Tradeoffs in Federalism

Abstract

Federalism in various forms has long been associated with certain values of peace, security, liberty, democracy, innovation, efficiency, and equity–all of which have assumed heightened importance in the contemporary era. However, the institutionalization of such values under the power-sharing requirements of a federal arrangement often have proved difficult not only because of empirical conditions but also because of normative tradeoffs needed to balance competing values as well as contrary consequences of value choices. Simpler solutions might be available in principle, but under conditions of human diversity, federal solutions may be necessary.

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