How did rationalism differ from puritanism, and what effect did rationalism have on the new american political system?

Rationalism is based on the principle that Science and reasoning are by which all the things in the world exist and there is no such higher being or God which is exactly the opposite of puritanism which believes that 'God' is the ultimate power who made all the things in this world.

The new American political system had a huge impact from rationalism and the society grew with time to become more rational.

Explanation

The Puritans believed that life on earth was intermediary and was delusional. The only places that exist are - Heaven and Hell.