Lee Jae-myung’s red-and-blue sneakers sell out overnight, become surprise ‘election merch’ hit

Lee Jae-myung’s red-and-blue sneakers sell out overnight, become surprise ‘election merch’ hit

The red-and-blue sneakers worn by Democratic Party of Korea (DPK) presidential candidate Lee Jae-myung during his campaign launch rally on Monday have sold out just one day after his appearance, emerging as an unexpected piece of “election merchandise.” The shoes, featuring the slogan “Now It’s Lee Jae-myung” on the heel tab, symbolize political unity by blending blue and red — traditionally associated with progressive and conservative camps, re…