The principles, often unwritten, on which social laws are based.
the principle that injury to the public good is a basis for denying the legality of a contract or other transaction.
Answer:
moral reasoning
Explanation:
Moral reasoning is a study in philosophy known as moral philosophy which also overlaps in studies in psychology known as moral development. Moral reasoning is critical analysis to events that may have to deal with moral dilemmas to determine what is morally wrong or right in such situations. Logic and moral theories are typically applied to these analysis(such as utilitarianism) to break down and clarify moral events.
I think the word you're looking for is "Progressive".
The term Liberal has changed dramatically and has been usurped by the Progressive movement. There is nothing classically liberal about wanting the government to control, approve, or in any way participate in individual economic or social decisions.