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Revolutionary Republicanism generally refers to a form of republicanism that the colonists favored during the period nearing and throughout the Revolutionary War. Its main ideals were popular sovereignty, rule by law, and legislation by elected representatives. It also borrowed ideas from Whig and Enlightenment thinkers. However today, Republicanism can refer to different things in different places. In the US, Republicanism means conservative; in the UK, Republicanism can mean those who advocate removal of the Queen as head of state and replacement with an elected figurehead President OR extreme Irish nationalism. In Australia, Republicanism is associated with moderate nationalism and removal of the Queen as head of state.
Length is the main difference between a Senator's term and a Representative's term. Members of the House are elected by the voters to serve 2-year terms, while Senators are elected to serve 6-year terms.
Federalism is an ideology based on how much power the federal (national) level of government should have. There are two main schools of thought. One is dual federalism (also known as layer cake federalism). Under dual federalizm, state and national government both have their own set of powers and should not interfere with each other's business. The other, cooperative federalism (or marble cake federalism), is based on the idea that both levels of government should work together. Take for example the New Deal.
The main difference between the two is the purpose of building the structure. A monument is built in dedication to a certain person, event, etc. An ordinary building, on the other hand, is typically constructed solely for whatever purpose it may fulfill.
Republicanism is basically just electing representatives to vote on different government matters for your state's opinion. Example: Someone suggests a 28th Amendment to the Constitution. At Least 2/3 of Congress has to ratify it. Your state must elect representatives, if you are missing them, for the vote.