> And a robber is still a criminal because he takes away things you don't want to give him voluntarily. He takes away things that aren't rightfully his. The r

> And a robber is still a criminal because he takes away things you don't want to give him voluntarily. He takes away things that aren't rightfully his. The robber has not performed services for you. He hasn't maintained your street, educated your children, or ensured the safety of your food. He's not saving for your retirement or using your money to create a social safety net for those in need. You don't owe him anything. All US citizens benefit from government services in some form. If you'd like to opt out, you are free to move to Somalia and renounce your citizenship. But as long as you're living in a civilization, you have to help maintain it.