NO. this is not the TIME to make economic sense
Now is not the time for fairer distribution?
If drinking water is in low supply, the BEST way to increase the supply is to let market forces take over.
“NO. this is not the TIME to make economic sense”
In your world, it’s the time for everyone to be thirsty because nobody can find anyone willing to sell them water.
Economic sense applies during times of emergency - especially in times of emergency.