As I see it, the point of the attack is to get media attention. This way you get public attention. And thus you raise awareness - and the number of participants

As I see it, the point of the attack is to get media attention. This way you get public attention. And thus you raise awareness - and the number of participants in incoming protests. So yeah, I'm actually really happy these takedowns took place, as long as it generates a lot of buzz in the media.