Leftist virtue signalling is getting us nowhere

Leftist Virtue Signalling is Getting Us Nowhere

Virtue signalling holds significant weight in today's political climate, with varying interpretations depending on the speaker and listener.

For some, it facilitates understanding of a person's ideologies or sharing one's own, while others see it as a means to present an image of empathy and activism, boosting reputation without actual work.

Currently, the aesthetic of virtue and empathy is prized over the actual trait itself.

The issue is nonpartisan, and the author believes virtue signalling can be beneficial only if backed by substantive action.

Author's summary: Virtue signalling is ineffective without action.

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The Commonwealth Times The Commonwealth Times — 2025-10-30

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