Respect Individual Rights Over Utilitarian Gains

Consent is crucial in any economic exchange; individuals do not owe payment for music they enjoy unless they agreed to it beforehand. Taxing citizens heavily and redistributing income without their consent equates to a coercive system reminiscent of forced labor. Individuals working under such conditions are not benefiting themselves but are instead financing a government agenda that may not align with their values. This raises ethical concerns about infringing on personal rights for supposed social good, challenging the utilitarian perspective that prioritizes the greatest happiness over individual rights.