Rousseauism

Rousseauism is a philosophical perspective based on the ideas of Jean-Jacques Rousseau, emphasizing that humans are naturally good and free in their true state. It advocates that society and inequality corrupt this natural goodness, and therefore, social arrangements should aim to preserve individual freedom and equality. Rousseau believed that democracy and collective decision-making are essential for ensuring people stay true to their innate moral sense. His ideas influenced notions of personal liberty, social justice, and the importance of direct participation in governance, fostering debates about how society should organize itself to nurture human virtue.