They were elected by the colonies
The crusades introduced Europe to the works of Middle Eastern scholars, philosophers, and doctors. Richard the Lion-heart, King of England and one of the most famous Crusader Kings, had an Arab physician.<span />
I believe the answer is:
"We live our lives taking each second for granted. But what would you do if you knew how much time you had left?"
For economy more Americans lived in the cities than on farms. The nation’s total wealth more than doubled and economic growth put Americans into new consumer society. As far as culture...the 1920’s were roaring and cultural women became more sexually free. The 19th Amendment allowed women to vote.And millions of women worked on white collar jobs.