No.In general you can expect such "results-orientation" from all sorts of researchers, both in think tanks and universities. You just accept it and apply appropriate skepticism.
And it's important to note that "appropriate skepticism" != "ignore everything they say". Just because a person is an advocate of a position doesn't mean their facts are wrong or their arguments are incorrect.
Most university researchers aren't so results oriented they take a job with an organization that has the explicit purpose of pushing a single agenda.
And yes, I generally ignore what people at think tanks say. Life is too short, and I prioritize the views of people whose credibility isn't compromised from step 1.
And it's important to note that "appropriate skepticism" != "ignore everything they say". Just because a person is an advocate of a position doesn't mean their facts are wrong or their arguments are incorrect.