Economic crises tended to aggravate social tensions and create a fertile ground for racism and discrimination, as deteriorating economic situations often triggered witch hunts for culprits.
经济危机往往会加剧社会紧张关系，并成为种族主义和歧视的温床，因为每况愈下的经济形势常会导致对犯过失者进行政治迫害。