Tax resistance is the refusal to pay taxes as a form of protest against government policies or actions. Individuals or groups may choose this method to express their disagreement with how tax revenues are used, often advocating for social justice or political change. This practice can take various forms, including withholding taxes or participating in organized movements. Historically, tax resistance has been associated with notable figures and events, such as Henry David Thoreau and his essay on civil disobedience, or the Boston Tea Party, where colonists protested against British taxation. Such actions highlight the tension between citizens and government authority regarding fiscal responsibilities.