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Apr 25, 2026, 7:01:22 AM (yesterday) Apr 25
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How do we define federalism as it is practiced today, and what does it require of each level of government now?
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Big Seven Affirms State & Local Leadership Partnership

As our nation approaches its 250th anniversary, NLC convened the leaders of national associations representing state and local leaders across the country. Known as the Big Seven, the convening centered on the question: How do we define federalism as it is practiced today, and what does it require of each level of government now? Learn more »

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