I agree. And I've posted birther stuff in those threads but only when she advanced it as an issue, argued the point. She's politely attempted to "nip it in the bud" on this thread, and even though she's "in an opposing camp," there is value in at least a pretense of keeping the peace.
Plus, the Perry endorsement is an interesting angle all of its own.
Just tossing in my two cents. It's early in the morning for me, and maybe composing remarks is intemperate. I'm not criticizing you, BTW. Just sharing my mind.