Priorities. I would pay the lowest possible amount I can legally pay in taxes and give to things that I prioritize. For example, the ACLU, the EFF, and the NRA. You sound like someone who already gives but for everyone else's benefit, here is a link [1]. Contributions to the ACLU Foundation are tax deductible for charitable purposes. (This means talk to your accountant if you make a lot of money.) Give, won't you?