It seemed that the police did a piss poor job by allowing the pro-illegals to be so close to the rally. Later it seemed that they were quieter. Hoping for an update from Kristinn when he is able to do so.
That was my perception too. At first, I was thinking that some of the media were using their mikes to magnify the counter-protestors' shouts, maybe not, but I wouldn't be surprised...the shouting was too loud just for that small group of antis.
I did see some bullhorns back there later.