So what does retro futurism do for us? What need does it still fill for us? I think that it suggests a future where the needs of the common person are met without question. Food is a given. Housing, not only provided, but luxurious; truly a home to be proud of. Medicine is as accessible as the internet is now. Transportation is cheap, safe, and around every corner. Cars? Self driving cars that don't commit vehicular manslaughter? Airplanes? People movers? Bullet trains from coast to coast? Well kept and safe sidewalks? Yes. All of the above in the future cities. Shorter work days? Absolutely! You hardly need money anymore, you do what you want to do and are often just as productive as ever because you're naturally motivated to do what you like. A beautiful, clean future. Smooth roads, smooth walkways, accessibility around every corner. Convenience, a given.