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No, they aren't that smart and will straight up copy what they believe is a tactic that they hear the other side is using. They heard there are paid protests so they are going to do the same.

Shills also are expected to give their name and information to the organizer and they can expect that info is sold to make money from this venture. It isn't about protesting. It's about getting the information from people who will be swayed with money.