Burton writes,

There is no charity in compulsion.  Since taxation is compulsory, my government's giving my money to anyone in need, whether here or abroad is not love.  It is not love on my part, nor is it love on the part of the people who advocate such policies, because they do not bear the sacrifice.  To even suggest it is an insult to an a mockery of the true generosity that comes from Christ-changed heart.  Many Christians who approach political matters from the left are enthusiastic about harnessing the state to help the poor.  Can we make people fulfill their obligations to the poor by passing a law?  Think about that in other contexts.  Why not pass a law to make people repent?

I think all his posts on Live 8 stuff is great.  Check it out here.