virtue signaling

Virtue signaling is when someone publicly expresses opinions or actions to demonstrate their moral values or good character, often to gain approval or show alignment with a particular social or ethical standard. It can be a genuine act of sharing one's principles, but it is sometimes viewed skeptically when it appears more focused on image or social approval than on truly effecting positive change. Essentially, it's a way for individuals to showcase their virtues, sometimes more to boost their reputation than to address the underlying issues.