Free in this context (and in health care discussions) obviously just means free at the point-of-use. It's so odd that people continue to pretend not to understand that to make some other point.

Roads don't build themselves, water treatment doesn't happen by itself.

What is society for if not to serve the common needs of the people?

Does it cost you anything to call the police or the fire department? No- it's free to use. You know what it means; stop trying to muddy the waters with disingenuous arguments.

This ridiculous talking point isn't the "gotcha" you think it is, and quite frankly, it's getting exhausting to see it all the time.

Yes, we know, it's not "free" and is paid for by taxes. Likely even increased taxes. Everyone knows this.

And we don't have a problem with it.

How exactly do you think taxes are used?