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Do you feel that these racist sneakers that have chains at the ankles, are sending the wrong message?

sweetgreatmom 2012/06/14 00:45:45
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I don't approve of this sneaker. It is offensive, degrading, and sends a negative image-based message. We are judged on how we are perceived. I think that marketing executives don't have a positive image that which would not perpetuate the stereotypes. This is another form of the negative perception of our race.

Respect Jeremy Scott’s authority. The force in fashion continues to expand his jurisdiction, as seen on theRoundhouse Mid “Handcuffs”. Purple suede and reflective strapping detail the orange accented upper, detained by rubber ankle shackles and plastic chains. These are slated to release on August 12th.

Jeremy Scott x adidas Roundhouse Mid “Handcuffs”
Purple/Silver-Orange
G61099
August 12th, 2012
$350

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  • Simmering Frog 2012/06/14 00:49:59
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    Simmering Frog
    +10
    How can sneakers be racist? Am I missing something here? If you are stupid enough to pay $350.00 for a pair of shoes that probably cost $10.00 at most to produce, "racist" isn't the word I'd use. More like "stupid."
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  • Stoner 2012/06/17 17:33:23
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    Stoner
    geez everything is racist . what a sad country we have become !
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  • iamthemob ~ the 444th Guru ~ 2012/06/16 02:46:09
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    iamthemob ~ the 444th Guru ~
    As many others...I have a problem with the idea that these can be racist...considering that all races wear sneakers.
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  • lolitalovely 2012/06/14 18:55:01
    None of the above
    lolitalovely
    +1
    I see nothing racist about it. Shackles were never exclusive to any race. Heck almost all races have been enslaved once. Besides they're are countless other deeper meanings you could give to this shoe. "slave to:" sneakers, myself, or my biggest weakness. (Achilles heel) You could imbue it with absolutely no meaning whatsoever too.
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  • vannuck 2012/06/14 16:17:44
    None of the above
    vannuck
    Its a fashion statement not Racist....if people wanna buy them then let them....its a reflection on the buyer not the company
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  • Keith 2012/06/14 15:20:19
    Undecided
    Keith
    I think it shows poor judgement since some people will be offended. I can't imagine anyone buying them.
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  • Seiryuu 2012/06/14 14:37:55
    None of the above
    Seiryuu
    +1
    I see no unfortunate implications tying these to racism in any way. Perhaps you're overthinking?
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  • ~Adrien~ 2012/06/14 14:09:57
    Undecided
    ~Adrien~
    +1
    Just looks like a fashion statement to me. . . If some idiot wants to spend money on them I would assume it's because they think they're cool. . .
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  • sglmom 2012/06/14 11:40:27
    None of the above
    sglmom
    +1
    Just more JUNK ..
    this was done for the promotional value .. that's all ..
    (and look .. the msm is definitely publicizing this bit of insanity from the fashion world once again .. )
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  • susan BN-0 2012/06/14 11:08:50
    Yes, there is nothing positive about the message. Sterotypes should be be re...
    susan BN-0
    +1
    I wouldn't buy them.
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  • beach bum 2012/06/14 09:52:58
    Undecided
    beach bum
    +2
    it is up to the buyer to determine that
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  • Wolfman 2012/06/14 08:15:37
    Undecided
    Wolfman
    +2
    Kids will buy anything.
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  • Walt 2012/06/14 07:19:38
    None of the above
    Walt
    +2
    Shackles are used on inmates today and have been used on prisoners for thousands of years. Why are you viewing everything through a racial lens?
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  • Jorge Enriquez 2012/06/14 06:21:57
    No, it's ok since people are not really slaves. Sterotypes are ok.
    Jorge Enriquez
    +1
    yes, all we´re full of freedom
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  • Stef and the City 2012/06/14 06:02:41
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    Stef and the City
    Yes, they're so racist yet who is buying them?... Not I.
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  • SteveMarine- JLA 2012/06/14 05:51:53
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    SteveMarine- JLA
    +1
    How the hell is a pair of shoes racist? And who pays that much for ugly shoes?
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  • Soundstorm 2012/06/14 04:42:56
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    Soundstorm
    +1
    Ought to be a hit with the fetish crowd.
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  • Peewee 2012/06/14 04:12:15
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    Peewee
    +1
    Oh good grief. They make them because people BUY them.
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  • VintageLys 2012/06/14 03:29:01
    Yes, there is nothing positive about the message. Sterotypes should be be re...
    VintageLys
    no one should be a slave...
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  • Adam 2012/06/14 03:23:40
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    Adam
    +2
    Just want to point out...you can't exactly answer, "No, I think these racist sneakers are sending the right message.

    You can't assume that these sneakers are racist within the very question about if these sneakers are racist. That's circular logic. It doesn't matter if you are right or wrong, its a useless question.
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  • angelbaby 2012/06/14 03:04:57
    Undecided
    angelbaby
    +1
    Who's buying them?
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  • Shane 2012/06/14 03:02:44
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    Shane
    +2
    I'd never pay that much money for a pair of shoes. I dont spend more than 30 bucks on shoes.
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  • SicFux651 2012/06/14 02:57:58 (edited)
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    SicFux651
    you do know white people do where those kind of shoes to..and no ones making black people to wear them
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  • Daring Blasphemer BN-0 2012/06/14 02:28:26
    No, it's ok since people are not really slaves. Sterotypes are ok.
    Daring Blasphemer BN-0
    +1
    I guess I do not get the joke, ...but I do not see how it is offensive to anyone, either. If you do not like them, show that distaste by not buying them. Censorship is for book burning conservative haters of liberty.
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  • Pixie·ŸŸMzAwesome♠ƤĦĂĔŢ♠ 2012/06/14 01:58:27
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    Pixie·ŸŸMzAwesome♠ƤĦĂĔŢ♠
    +1
    lol I would wear a pair of black heels that had that it would be hot! but those are ugly.
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  • EDWARD G 2012/06/14 01:55:29
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    EDWARD G
    +1
    Who would be so stupid to buy such a thing? Wait a minute, uhhhhhhhhh, I know............................
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  • U-Dog 2012/06/14 01:46:21
    Undecided
    U-Dog
    +5
    It just looks like a more cartoonish version of the readily available slave bracelets that have been all over the place for years. And the notion that blacks should be especially upset or that they were the only race in history to ever be enslaved is a joke.
    slave bracelets slave ankle bracelets
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  • themadhare ~IJM 2012/06/14 01:34:23 (edited)
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    themadhare ~IJM
    +2
    They're a campy attempt at humor. But 350 dollars? Who would pay that much?
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  • Vicereine Killbride 2012/06/14 01:34:14
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    Vicereine Killbride
    +1
    I could NEVER weara those! I have a phobia of being chained, cuffed, bound, etc.
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  • Reverend Hell 2012/06/14 01:33:41
    Undecided
    Reverend Hell
    +2
    I don't like them, personally, and I'd never wear them, even if they were free. But, unfortunately, I think they'll be very popular-
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  • Queen B 2012/06/14 01:27:43
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    Queen B
    +2
    My first thought is....who the hell would actually pay good money to wear these?
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  • Jersey Roze ♥Jwon's Cyar'ika ♥ 2012/06/14 01:25:45
    Undecided
    Jersey Roze ♥Jwon's Cyar'ika ♥
    +2
    Stereotypes aren't okay. I, for one, would never wear those. Especially if they cost 350 bucks. But, there are people who would, unfortunately. Nothing can be done to you that you don't allow. If you think its a stereotype, don't buy it. But, I bet they'll sell out...
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  • ..::localeye::.. 2012/06/14 01:17:00
    None of the above
    ..::localeye::..
    +4
    It sends no message. They are shoes.
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  • Magnus ☮ RP ☮ 2012 ☮ 2012/06/14 01:16:43 (edited)
    None of the above
    Magnus ☮ RP ☮ 2012 ☮
    +2
    If we banned or outlawed anything and everything that offended somebody else, we would have absolutely nothing left. Also, 'politically correct' horse$hit needs to go kill itself already. I'm tired of watching it slowly hang itself... it's inhumane...
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  • rustyshackelford 2012/06/14 01:06:01
  • Simmering Frog 2012/06/14 00:49:59
    None of the above
    Simmering Frog
    +10
    How can sneakers be racist? Am I missing something here? If you are stupid enough to pay $350.00 for a pair of shoes that probably cost $10.00 at most to produce, "racist" isn't the word I'd use. More like "stupid."
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  • Daring ... Simmeri... 2012/06/14 02:20:39
    Daring Blasphemer BN-0
    +3
    It is rare that we agree on anything but here we see eye to froggy eye.
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  • Simmeri... Daring ... 2012/06/14 06:03:44
    Simmering Frog
    +2
    tennis shoes

    Who knew it would be over a pair of sneakers that we'd find agreement?
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  • Daring ... Simmeri... 2012/06/14 08:06:03
    Daring Blasphemer BN-0
    +2
    I too am surprised!
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  • Stef an... Simmeri... 2012/06/14 06:00:09
    Stef and the City
    +2
    Didn't you know? Everything is considered racist these days.
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  • sweetgreatmom 2012/06/14 00:46:56
    Yes, there is nothing positive about the message. Sterotypes should be be re...
    sweetgreatmom
    I don't approve of this sneaker. It is offensive, degrading, and sends a negative image-based message. We are judged on how we are perceived. I think that marketing executives don't have a positive image that which would not perpetuate the stereotypes. This is another form of the negative perception of our race.
    reply

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