Antifa stands for "anti-fascist." It is a left-wing, decentralized political movement primarily active in the United States that opposes fascism, far-right extremism, white supremacy, and racism. The term "antifa" comes from the German word "Antifa," which is short for "antifaschistisch," meaning anti- fascist. The movement includes various autonomous groups and individuals who use a range of tactics, from nonviolent direct action like protests and community organizing to more confrontational methods, including physical actions aimed at combating far-right groups. Members often hold anti- authoritarian, anti-capitalist, and far-left political views, such as anarchism and socialism.