Contemporary federalism tilts toward national authority, reflecting the increased interdependence of American society. However, there is currently a trend toward reducing the scope of federal authority.

• 当代的联邦制倾向于联邦的权力,这折射出美国社会各部门相互依存的关系。但是,目前却呈现出一种联邦权力范围缩小的趋势。