Lol, you counted?

I wouldn't say pointing out obvious Merit abuse is controversial, so that wouldn't be something I'd create an alt-account for.
Some people fear discussing these topics. Probably they are less experienced. I wouldn't fear talking about these things. However, as you can see, some people with Member or Full Member rank who lack sufficient forum background may think that creating this type of topic could bring unwanted attention to their account. So, they choose to create an account, say it from their alternative account. I have nothing against them. I often see people tell them that they should have some balls to talk from their main account. But I think I have seen people who accused someone of doing something, later they got tagged or exposed for doing some shitty things.