Federalism | Vibepedia

Federalism is a mode of government that combines a central government with regional sub-unit governments, dividing powers between the two levels. This system has been influential in shaping modern governments, including the United States, and has its roots in the ideas of Johannes Althusius and Montesquieu. Federalism differs from confederalism, where the central government is subordinate to regional states, and is notable for its regional separation of governing powers.