Sneakers Have Always Been Political Shoes - The Atlantic

Sneakers Have Always Been Political Shoes - The Atlantic

The Atlantic

Sneakers Have Always Been Political Shoes The Atlantic Performance-enhancing, rubber-soled athletic shoes date back to the early 19th century, when they were primarily worn for tennis. From the beginning, however, these so-called “sneakers”—named for their noiseless footfall—were tainted by connotations ... and more »