👉 Purposiveism is a philosophical and political philosophy that emphasizes the importance of human agency, reason, and the pursuit of truth over predetermined goals or principles. It views human actions as inherently motivated by the desire for self-interest and the attainment of personal gain rather than being driven by a higher purpose or divine will. In puristic terms, this means that people are not merely creatures of nature but also capable of acting with agency and reason, which is why they should be able to decide what their
