O.K., Let’s Suppose I’m Wrong

•If we accept the government’s claim that they are authorized to tax the fruits of our labor directly, as they have been doing.  What is the end result of an extension of that power to its theoretical ends? •The tax originated at only 1% , and people know that today’s rates are 15%, 28%, 31%, 36%, etc., and •There is nothing we can do about it except pay the tax, because the government holds the power to do this.  Right?