We've all been captivated by the footage of Richard Spencer, the founder of the Neo-Nazi "alt-right" movement, getting sucker punched during an interview where he was justifying his dangerous, genocidal beliefs. The tactics exhibited in DC, anti-fascism, are a form of activism, or a political movement, now almost a century old. Anti-fascism stands in stark contrast to the arguments of some who claim that every viewpoint deserves to be given a platform. Anti-fascists, by contrast, believe that nationalism, racism, and neo-nazis are inherently violent, and that acting, even violently, against those who advocate genocide is self-defense. These are notes from a class on anti-fascism offered in Austin, Texas by Oh Shit! What Now? see ohshitwhatnow.org PUBLIC DOMAIN: Download & use as you see fit.

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3. Punching Nazis
A discussion of anti-fascist tactics

4. Principles of Anti-Fascism
Anti-fascists believe fascism is a real, tangible, modern force.
Striking back at those who advocate racism, white supremacy & ethnic cleansing is self-
defense.
Fascists must never be given a platform to spread & normalize their virulent ideas.
Oppressed and endangered communities and people must be defended, at any cost.
Antifa is ideological and physical confrontations with fascism.
Anti-fascism is anti-capitalist.

5. Modern American Fascism
Neo-liberal policies and the "disruption" of industries create fertile ground for nationalism
amid rising poverty & widespread white supremacy.
Trump's fascist populism carries him into power while he provides cover and support for
nationalist elements and white supremacists.
Media fawns over "handsome" "fashionable" neo-nazi figureheads like Richard Spencer,
Milo Yiannopoulos.
Liberals defend "free speech" rights of bigots, even though they silence the oppressed.
Increasing normalization of fascist messaging emboldens street-level fascists, rapid rise in
hate crimes nationwide.

7. Richard Spencer & the No Platform Punch
IMPORTANT: Spencer was punched as he gave an interview to Australian media.
Masked puncher disrupted his interview and departed, (so far) avoiding legal
consequences.
Successfully "no platformed" Spencer.
Disrupts the narrative of inauguration day hopelessness and the inevitable rise to power of
fascism.
Reveals surprisingly widespread support for violent self-defense against Nazis.

8. A Very Brief History of Anti-Fascism
Modern anti-fascists inspired by the anti-fascists of Italy, Austria, France, elsewhere in
Europe during and before WWII.
Rekindled in the 1980s in UK and Europe amid growing nationalism supported by neo-
Conservative policies.
US anti-fascism sees a rebirth in the aftermath of 1999 "Battle of Seattle."
American anti-fascists successfully "no platform" Matt Hale & his white supremacist "World
Church Of The Creator."
Sept. 11 brings new repression, backlash, empowers US nationalism.
Antifa builds over time as a viable bloc, with ebbs and flows caused by political change.

10. Tactics of Anti-Fascism
Mask wearing, physical and virtual disguise to conceal identity
Physical confrontation with lone fascists or groups/rallies.
Disruption of fascist events with the goal of ending their ability to gather in public.
Targeting racists & fascists homes and property for destruction.
Creating connections with other activist groups & oppressed communities for mutual aid
and solidarity.
Join larger protests (related: Black Bloc tactics) & attack the capitalist roots of fascism.

11. Legal Concerns
Violence is assault and carries jail and prison time.
Property destruction also potentially carries jail & prison time if caught.
Use violence & property destruction strategically and protect your identity.
Cultivate a relationship with sympathetic lawyer, if possible.
Comrades, citizen journalists, friends, family and bystanders:
Don't talk to the cops. Respect diversity of tactics.
Think before you post to social media, or don't post at all.
If you do film, don't film faces/incriminating details.

13. Other Antifa Tactics
Public humiliation and clowning (see: Loldiers of Odin).
Audio disruption, stink bombs & other unconventional warfare
Getting fascists fired, kicked out of community spaces
Anti-Fascist visual culture, including graffiti and stickers and memes
Art, music, poetry and other forms of writing which promote anti-racism, anti-
fascism

16. AntiFa Support Roles
Legal support including raising fees & legal costs, jail support after arrests and pen pals
after imprisonment
Street medics and help with costs of medical care for antifa and victims of fascists
Support with research, sharing tips, and be watchful for fascists
Create articles, zines, and other anti-racist, anti-nationalist culture
Protect antifa in your community from police
Look for everyday ways to oppose the normalization of nazis

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