Two minor gripes with this; first, there ARE people who say they don't want the services that socialist taxes pay for, which is why America does such a relatively poor job high providing same. They're called RICH people and they feel this way because they can afford to take care of their own family's needs and don't want to pay for anyone else's. I find their attitude self centered, to say the least.
Second, both Canada and America are partially socialist countries. The above services, plus the military, roads and other major infrastructure are collectively paid for via taxes. They aren't always adequately funded, not are the property for spending always logical, I'll grant you.
Like I said, two minor gripes.
The common as fleas on a mangy dog observation is absolutely accurate, however.
