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Is human nature fundamentally good or fundamentally selfish?

Optimists point to cooperation, altruism, compassion, and sacrifice as evidence of innate goodness. Pessimists cite conflict, greed, tribalism, and self-preservation as proof that humans are inherently self-interested.

September 30, 20250 comments0 votes

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Is human nature fundamentally good or fundamentally selfish?

Optimists point to cooperation, altruism, compassion, and sacrifice as evidence of innate goodness. Pessimists cite conflict, greed, tribalism, and self-preservation as proof that humans are inherently self-interested.