"I believe that most people are basically selfish and..."
Yes, it is believed by many that it had to do with his father abandoning him during his childhood
Human nature is basically good (no original sin), but we are constantly tested during our lifetime by the opportunities to sin.
Mr. Stone would be very disappointed !
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Alexander Hamilton's view of the nature of human beings was that they were guided by good intentions but could also be influenced by their own advantage. He felt that people's actions could at times be determined by their "passions" and self-interests. Some Founders words were more poetic and inspiring. Hamilton liked to deal with people as they were, not as he wished they were. ----- For more fascinating information on Alexander Hamilton, check information placed on-line by the "Alexander Hamilton Awareness Society" and the National Park Service site for "Hamilton Grange".
Jefferson and Hamilton's view of human nature affected their position on specific policies during wartimes.
Yes, it is believed by many that it had to do with his father abandoning him during his childhood
Jefferson wanted to pay off debts; Hamilton did not.
Jefferson wanted to pay off debt. Hamilton did not. CB
We are to do gods work
Madison's view on human nature is realistic. He believed that man was at his best when capable of self reason and discipline.
Madison's view on human nature is realistic. He believed that man was at his best when capable of self reason and discipline.
Atheists would view God as imaginary, therefore the nature of the concept would be human-originated.
The most optimistic view of human nature is that humans are inherently good, compassionate, and capable of growth and change. This perspective believes that people have the capacity for empathy, cooperation, and kindness, and that with the right circumstances and support, individuals can strive to reach their full potential.
Many philosophers of the Enlightenment, such as Rousseau and Locke, had a relatively optimistic view of human nature. They believed that individuals were born inherently good and rational, and that progress and improvement were achievable through reason and education. However, views on human nature varied among different Enlightenment thinkers.
The Aztecs believed that humans were inherently flawed and needed to constantly strive for self-improvement through personal sacrifice and dedication to the gods. They believed that humans had the capacity for greatness, but also the potential for evil, which needed to be controlled through strict adherence to moral and ethical codes.
The difference between the classical view of democracy and the modern human nature view is that the classical view is limited to election by the majority while the latter also touches of human rights as well.