That's fair and you're entitled to that opinion. Maybe you can propose a solution by filling in the blank:
I understand why it’s appropriate to tax [fill in blank] in order to fund emergency services.
I understand why it’s appropriate to tax [fill in blank] in order to fund emergency services.
People with high income are more able to pay such a tax, if it’s structured progressively. People with real estate holdings benefit most from emergency services.
We disagree, I guess.