Is UBI a necessary part of progressive taxation? Maybe I'm missing something, but it seems like that same thing can be accomplished without UBI. Am I thinking about that wrong?

I do not know. I just pointed out that progressive taxation makes UBI more sensible in the "more equitable society" sense.

But I do not like the notion of "more equitable society" at all. I do not think it is fair or useful.

Can you do me a quick favor and Google what progressive taxation means?

I know what a progressive tax is and I don't believe UBI is a pre-req to be able to implement a more progressive tax structure.

I worded my response as a questions because this isn't an area that I have done a lot of research on and I'm not confident enough in my understanding to be sure of that. I'd rather ask a question than assert my uncertain belief.