Other thinkers who have explored the concept of natural goodness include:

1. John Locke: Argued that humans are born as “blank slates” (tabula rasa) and are shaped by experience, implying a neutral or potentially good starting point.
2. Thomas Hobbes: Contrastingly, Hobbes believed humans are naturally self-interested and competitive, but his work sparked debates about human nature.
3. Confucius: Emphasized innate moral potential and the importance of cultivating virtue.
4. Jean-Jacques Rousseau: As mentioned, he strongly advocated for the inherent goodness of humans, corrupted by society.
5. Henry David Thoreau: Influenced by Romanticism, he believed in the purity of nature and the potential for humans to live harmoniously within it.

These thinkers offer varying perspectives on natural goodness, often reflecting their broader philosophical or cultural contexts.