Human nature

Question 1

Traditional

Answer 1

Human nature :
we are flawed psychologically and morally and intellectually and so we need discipline from above
Burke- tradition - rationalists overlook our limitations - the politics of faith and utopian ideologies are rigid and dangerous

Question 2

One nation

Answer 2

Human nature:
Selfishness and the free market - human nature means the free market might not always work in national interest in stability as people are flawed
paternalism - given were naturally unequal and flawed, paternalistic intervention is wise
Rationalism- humans are capable of a degree of central planning- take pragmatic steps that reform and build upon the past

Question 3

(new right)Neoconservatism

Answer 3

Human nature:
Atomistic individualism/self ownership - people have absolute rights and the ability to rationally pursue their self interests
Ethical egoism- it’s morally right to act in our self interests- we must rationally determine what we need to thrive
Framework for utopia- no single utopia vision will suit people- all humans are unique individuals

Question 4

(new right)Neoliberal

Answer 4

Human nature:
Atomistic individualism/self ownership - people have absolute rights and the ability to rationally pursue their self interests
Ethical egoism- it’s morally right to act in our self interests- we must rationally determine what we need to thrive
Framework for utopia- no single utopia vision will suit people- all humans are unique individuals