Does the first question mean what factored into the economy being so bad, creating the Great Depression?
Many immigrants came to the United States from Germany because there was abundant factory work, cheap food, abundant and cheap land, political tolerance of religious minorities, and most of the important food crops in Germany died.
The truth about women and minorities who runs congressional office include,
1. Minorities and women they have winning percentage which is almost the same as incumbent white males.
2. Women and minorities are likely to run for congress more than white males.
Being a congressional candidate who has been in an incumbent affects positively the chances to win an election and also raises money.