And how do the "poor" benefit from an empty shelf? This argument about poor people not being able to afford TP at 2x, 3x, or even higher prices doesn't make an

And how do the "poor" benefit from an empty shelf? This argument about poor people not being able to afford TP at 2x, 3x, or even higher prices doesn't make any sense to me. Especially when we are talking about a very short term situation. It isn't like all the TP factories have suddenly vanished. People will adjust, even poor people. Letting the price float is the best way to quickly extinguish the irrational behavior. Preventing the price from increasing is the best way to ensure a longer period of shortage (or complete unavailability).