Fascism is a far-right political ideology and movement characterized by a dictatorial leader, a totalitarian government, ultranationalism, and militarism, often involving a belief in national rebirth, the suppression of opposition, and the subjugation of individual rights for the good of the nation. It emphasizes a strong, centralized state, rejects liberal democracy, and frequently uses violence, propaganda, and the scapegoating of "enemies" to consolidate power and achieve national unity.