Optional "Taxes"

I believe that taxation should be voluntary, like everything else. But how one would implement this is a very complex question. I can only suggest certain methods, but I would not attempt to insist on them as a definitive answer. A government lottery, for instance, used in many countries in Europe, is one good method of voluntary taxation. There are others. Taxes should be voluntary contributions for the proper governmental services which people do need and therefore would be and should be willing to pay for -- as they pay for insurance. ~ Ayn Rand

I was reminded of Rand's idea this morning--on vacation here in Rosemary Beach, I went down to get my morning Starbucks, but unfortunately, it was closed recently due to Great Depression II. So I went down to another little coffee/breakfast shack to get a latte, and saw the pictured sign on the cash register--an optional 1% "town center contribution" fee "to promote and support a wide array of cultural, educational, and entertainment activities." Imagine if all taxes were abolished, and localities had a little 1% voluntary fee to support the local Randian judges and sheriffs. Hmm.

An idea our politicos will not consider on the federal or state levels until after the revolution.