I think control of the water is one of the reasons they’tre trying to drive us out of Michigan. The clean water restoration act puts virtually every michigan citizen onder the blade.
This reminds me of the “World out of time” lecture of the 20th century fellow to the “checker”, whose job was to ensure his obedience to the State. The State was a “water empire” - it could turn off air, water and food to any who disagreed, killing rebellion quickly. In a shortage, it could turn off supplies to the less loyal and gain even more loyalty from those who lived. Never thought I’d see it here, though - vote my way, you get water.