[bpodgursky]

Whether something can be considered a "basic right" is independent of who is doing the manufacturing and distribution.

Food is a basic right. We have food stamps to cover those who can't afford food. But that doesn't mean we need a nationalized canned soup manufacturer. Or to nationalize Wonder Bread.

With proper money allocation and regulation, there's no reason that "basic rights" can't be provided for by a competitive albeit monitored market.