
Federalism
Government Layers
Federalism involves layers - national on top, states or provinces below.

In federalism, both the national and state governments collect taxes.
Shared Power
Power is not only divided but also shared between different levels.

Under federalism, education policy is often a shared responsibility.
Cultural Diversity
Federalism allows different regions to maintain unique cultural identities.

Federalism supports diverse language policies across various states.
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