I've been suggesting running sandals (like the Chaco Z1) to my agonized Irish-footed patients, based on the recommendations I've heard for running shoes for Irish feet. Neutral heel; dense, firm midsole material; minimal-to-none contouring; no imprinted toe-break; no dual density shennanigans.

I also suggest them to my extreme Egyptian footed patients with really long 1st rays and tiny stubby toes, who also have a hellish time with "average" engineered running shoes. (like me)

The fancier the shoe engineering, the less well the shoes will work for the two ends of the goofy bell curve of foot structure.

And if running barefoot makes the world a better place for someone, I'm happy as along as they think about what they are running on and train carefully. (and go to a PT if they start having trouble)