It also doesn't leave the impression he may think it does
Filmmakers hope documentary can bridge gap between the two realities of the District.
The machines are stocked with food, clothing, and other supplies, including books. They can even vend plated food.
And this has important implications for how people think about political questions, said the researchers.
He hopes it can revolutionize the fashion industry.
They are cool, quirky — and may be part of the solution to the affordable housing crisis.
"Our key recommendation is that extra care is needed when riding a motorcycle under a full moon,” the study's lead author said.
Dan Buettner and his research partners at National Geographic took the long view.
"The world's greatest force for social change is the dollars that we spend,” said Cullen Schwarz, co-founder of DoneGood.
The city hopes the money will leverage $30 million in private-sector investment.