Board Thread:Episode Discussion/@comment-34633327-20180112214926/@comment-34633327-20180117185759

ChishioKunrin wrote: Bonus: Lionheart is a Faunus, which makes it even more believable to the public that he willingly assisted the White Fang in attacking Haven.

Downside: It makes those who discriminate against Faunus even more distrustful of them, saying they can't even trust teachers and headmasters who are Faunus. "No child of mine is being taught by an animal!" In retrospect, Salem may have been aware of this and it may very well be why she was adamant about the White Fang destroying Haven, even if empty. The Downside you mentioned she may be intending to happen, create more distrust and fear to feed the Grimm and all.

Granted, it will be mitigated somewhat by the fact the plan was brought to light by other Faunus from Menagerie, meaning the Public would have to acknowledge not all Faunus are with the White Fang. Then again, it will still instill paranoia.