Oh give me a break. That’s so condescending to African Americans. If African Americans bought a certain kind of shoe, it’s because they liked the shoes. It’s fun to try shoes. People make their own choices.
the middle passage being a close third, by your reckoning?
Sneaker culture?
How is that any different than nerds like me collecting rare Pokemon cards? Or women collecting handbags? Or gearheads collecting cars?
A hobby based on collection can be incredibly healthy and fulfilling.