> Because I have a high-paying not very demanding low stress job. In that case I suppose congratulations are in order for winning the lottery. > I still make

> Because I have a high-paying not very demanding low stress job. In that case I suppose congratulations are in order for winning the lottery. > I still make more money when I make more money. At that point we’re just arguing over the number. The number is important because at some point it's no longer worth the extra effort. People can almost always get more money by working more or putting in more effort, and yet it's rare for anyone to dedicate their entire life exclusively to their work. Reducing the reward from work shifts that balance point, even if you're not technically "working for free". > And I would kinda rather everyone have UBI and healthcare when it what it costs me is “a non-quality of life affecting amount” which is why progressive taxes work. Since we're talking about taxes here it's less about what you're willing to pay and more about what you're willing to make everyone else pay. If it were just about the cost to you there would be no need to make it compulsory—the government will be happy to accept your donation.