Yes that’s exactly the point. If you are dressed like an inflatable innocent and cute/funny cat and ice is beating you, the public perception is the costume person was completely innocent. They can’t spin the news as easily.

The images will show police beating up a cartoon character. A stuffed toy. A school mascot.

Not anyone who deserves it.

It’s actually been great because every time they try to show video of the violent protesters it’s just videos of what looks like a city get together or festival.