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17. How Can We Get More Virtue and Less ‘Virtue Signaling’?

No Stupid Questions

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Virtue Signaling vs. Genuine Altruism

This chapter explores the differences between virtue signaling and genuine altruism, examining how our distance from social issues can influence our motivations. It emphasizes the importance of meaningful action in charitable efforts, contrasting historical views on altruism with contemporary practices, and highlights the impact of anonymity in giving.

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