Sorry HD, but that is like asking humans not to exercise human nature. Guilt by association is something we all practice in one way or another.
If the mild attacks are bothering you, all I can say is, "You ain't seen nothing yet." Once Romney is the official Republican nominee (dear God please don't let this happen!) the attacks from the left will be relentless, and believe me they will be UGLY!! Reuters jumped the gun and already started their Mormon attacks earlier this week.
Frankly, I AM offended that a religion (read - cult) is helping (in a BIG way) to select the Republican nominee. It is very much the same way I am offended as I watch the Muslim Brotherhood determine the political future of Egypt and Libya.
Guilt by FACTS is what is hurting MORMONism!
Excellent point..bears repeating.