A world in which some people retire early after making a lot of money (there is an enthusiast community advocating this) doesn't actually seem all that bad? There will always be younger people willing to step into those jobs and do the work so they can retire early too.

If they love the work, they'll be willing to do it for a reasonable salary, rather than to make mega-millions. But if they don't, why should we throw money at them to prevent them from retiring?

(Edited.)