Human nature

Question 1

Classical liberalism

Answer 1

Classical liberals :
egoistic individualism - primarily concerned about self interest
Utileratisnm - the mos rational actions are those that produce greatest number of happiness
Harm principle - it is not justifiable to interfere with self regarding actions if if they are harmful to actions

Question 1

Liberalism

Answer 1

All humans are individuals and have different interests
All born with natural rights
All have rational thinking
They have to tolerate other people’s rights as well

Question 2

Modern liberalism

Answer 2

Modern liberalism:
Developmental individualism - focuses on to grow and achieve their potential
Higher and lower pleasures - the actions with the most utility are enabling us to progress and develop our individuality
Enabling state/ positive freedom - individuals might need help identifying their real interests and pursue higher pleasures