That's absurd and false except for your first sentence.
That's the way it should be
This is an author that happened to be in politics in the past.
It's not a political tour Palin is on, it is a book tour.
The rules do not prevent pictures and little speeches about an authors book.
Other military bases are not squelching Palin's ability to speak (which she barely does anyway at these venues) or the taking of pictures with her.
You post with such authority, but are completely wrong.
Speak for yourself about "we look silly"
Do you write for the Dallas Sun?
I am not speaking with authority. Ft Bragg is. Did you read their statement?