What word ending in “ism" is another word for this kind of government?

I don't know what I am supposed to compare this too, but an option for me is the word "Federalism"  

Explanation:

This is a form of government, and this is very likely the answer to your question.

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interest groups send representatives to state capitals and to washington, d.c. to put pressure on members of congress and other policymakers. they engage in lobbying, or the organized process of influencing legislation or policy. lobbying can take many forms. interest groups can testify in congressional hearings.