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The Federalist is an online magazine that covers politics, policy, culture, and religion. It was co-founded by Ben Domenech and Sean Davis; senior editors include David Harsanyi and Mollie Hemingway.
federalism. 1. a union of states under a central government distinct from that of the separate states, who retain certain individual powers under the central government. 2. (cap.) the principles of the American Federalist party, especially its emphasis during the early years of the U.S. on a strong central government.