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The history of the rolling suitcase shows how sexism can warp economics

While it's a no-brainer that rolling a suitcase is easier on your arms than carrying it, they're still a relatively recent addition to the mainstream. An essay in the Guardian by Katrine Marçal argues that the product resisted widespread adoption for decades because of sexism. 

The suitcases were seen as female-coded for years, keeping them out of the mainstream. The anecdote showcases how systemic biases shape our economy.