Antifa

Primary definition

Stands for the "anti-fascist" movement that had its roots in left-wing protests against right-wing conservatism; a loose collection of regional groups and individuals aiming -- through peaceful and violent measures -- to resist and disrupt political actions they consider to be far-right and/or racist

Also known asanti-fascist · anti-fa · antifaschistische · antifascista
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Stands for the "anti-fascist" movement that had its roots in left-wing protests against right-wing conservatism; a loose collection of regional groups and individuals aiming -- through peaceful and violent measures -- to resist and disrupt political actions they consider to be far-right and/or racist

An Investigation into Foreign Entities Who Are Targeting Servicemembers and Veterans Online · 2024

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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Antifa. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 21, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/antifa

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An Investigation into Foreign Entities Who Are Targeting Servicemembers and Veterans Online
An Investigation into Foreign Entities Who Are Targeting Servicemembers and Veterans Online

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