The Barefoot FAQ

Q19: Why don't some stores permit bare feet?

The reasons why some store owners don't permit bare feet can be summarized as:
  • Lack of understanding.
  • Belief that there is a health department regulation.
  • Belief that they open themselves up to liability in case of injury.
  • Belief that bare feet are "offensive to other customers."
The detailed answer to this question has been superceded by the A Case for Bare Feet paper, specifically section 2: Discrimination. The paper is available on-line at:
http://www.barefooters.org/key-works/case_for/

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