We all know some people will do anything for sensational journalism or to get attention. From those horrible Halloween pizzas, to this man's article, and stuff people say about Barrack Obama, not just during the campaign, but even now.
There is nothing to be done about it except to change these people's hearts to make them see what impact their callous words and actions have on innocent people. It's not an easy task, changing people's hearts, but there are times when it can be done, and there are times when we must ignore it.
Repeating what they say does not help anything or anyone. Making a big fuss over it does not change their hearts, but only gratify their wish for sensationalism.
In my opinion, all we can do is to stand firm, pointing out the absurd behavior and move on. Just as Obama's response to Limbaugh, who accused the President of being afraid of him. Just tell him I said hi. And smile.
These small minded petty people cannot stand it, when we laugh at their absurdity. Laughter and smiles are much more effective weapons than anger.