It entirely depends on the manner in which it comes about. Forced (ultimately via violence) is not really free (liberty) and volitional compassion (charity) is

It entirely depends on the manner in which it comes about. Forced (ultimately via violence) is not really free (liberty) and volitional compassion (charity) is generally ethical. However, it gets a bit blurry when you're in a democratic society and you voted for politicians who implement taxes.