new federalism
/ˌnjuː ˈfɛd(ə)rəlɪz(ə)m/ /ˌnjuː ˈfed(ə)r(ə)lɪz(ə)m/Politics (chiefly US )
noun
Any recent or different approach to federalism; specifically a policy proposing the devolution of power and responsibility from the central government of a federation to its individual components.
- In the U.S. associated especially with the administration of Richard Nixon, 1969–74..
Origin
Early 20th century. From new + federalism. Compare new federalist.