>But doesn't your approach of reducing govt income and spending in a time of recession put the financial burden of recovery on those who can least afford it while leaving more money in the pockets of those who are better placed to survive.
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>Those who are better placed to survive worked their behinds off to get into that position and should have the choice of which charities they contribute to without having a redistribution of their wealth mandated by the government.

Think of taxation as your ticket to a civilized society. the more you pay the better your seat.
Anyway surely your accountant ensures you pay less tax than someone in a full time salaried position.