Impact of the Civil Rights Movement and Women's Rights Movement

Throughout American history, social movements have played a crucial role in shaping public policy and societal values. Analyze the impact of the Civil Rights Movement (1950s-1960s) and the Women's Rights Movement (1960s-1970s) on the American social and political landscape. In your response, make specific connections between these movements and their effects on legislation, public perception, and subsequent movements.

In developing your argument, consider how these movements were both similar and different in their strategies and goals, and how their legacies continue to influence contemporary society. Support your analysis with relevant historical evidence and examples.