Final answer:
Socialists did not endorse the view that human nature is solely driven by self-interest; they believed in the emergence of a new 'Socialist Man' who would work for the common good.
Explanation:
FALSE
In historical debates over socialism, proponents argued that in a socialist society, individuals would learn to work for the common good, leading to the emergence of a new 'Socialist Man' who would not be selfish. This contrasts with the assumption that individuals are purely self-interested, as individuals exhibit both self-interested and altruistic behaviors.
The idea that individuals are both self-interested and altruistic is supported by Adam Smith's assertion that humans have principles in their nature that connect them to the fortune and happiness of others.
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