American federalism: Founding fathers' vision shattered, power balance forever elusive.
The article challenges the idea that the founding fathers had a clear plan for how power should be divided between states and the federal government. The author argues that there was no consensus among them on this issue. Over time, interpretations of federalism have changed based on political interests. The Constitution's structure is flexible and has evolved, making it impossible to maintain an original balance of power. The author suggests that decisions about federal and state power should be based on legitimate grounds.