It does make it 'different' in dealing with comments and discussion. Of course those accounts are easily created and disguised.
It is interesting that when we protest in public, the use of the recognized individual stands out, as opposed to anonymity.
Think back to early Tea Party protests in town halls and such, the people were part of the community and their voices carried more weight because they were known.
As for any internet forum, it is property of the portal owner and subject to the whims and rules of such.
What we are talking about is using this excuse to ban any facts or truth deemed offensive. They are shutting down debate using a canard. The left will silence truth any way that they can.