A major change in the United States during the 1960s civil rights movement was the significant advancement of civil rights for African Americans, culminating in landmark legislation. This period saw widespread protests and activism aiming to end racial segregation and discrimination. The Civil Rights Act of 1964 was a crucial outcome, outlawing discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Additionally, the Voting Rights Act of 1965 aimed to eliminate barriers preventing African Americans from voting. These legislative milestones, driven by activists such as Martin Luther King Jr., profoundly transformed American society and established legal safeguards for civil rights.