I recently met someone who has not paid taxes since 1981. Knowledge is the enemy of bliss because it is also the enemy of ignorance. Our government wants us to believe that it knows what is best for us, and like obedient children we play along. Most likely it is because we believe that they hold the power.
Individuals have power, but fear stands in the way.
It is this same fear that the IRS uses so cunningly. Right now I admit that I am afraid. I'm not going to just stop paying taxes. The reasons and arguments are numerous either way, but I always thought this was a free country. If you are a Free-Market.