But if we're nuts, then where's the harm? Nobody living is being forced to do so say anything they don't believe in.
And, even for those of us who believe in baptism for the dead, we believe it is up to the person for whom the ordinance is being performed to accept or reject it in the next life. Therefore, even if you believe our ordinances are effective, there is no effect if the person doesn't wish it to have effect.
Therefore, it is not forced conversion, even of the dead, and even if you believe that the ordinances we perform actually work.
That's my point.
It seems to me that anyone who can get worked up over this is just looking for something to get worked up over.
One way or the other -- believer or unbeliever -- nut or not -- it is harmless, exactly as you said.
That should be "do or say"
Oh, I don't stay up late worrying about it.
(Although, again, a neighbor (who knew I was a Jewish Christian) excitedly showing up at my door with my geneolgy was a bit weird; this being my only odd interaction with Mormons.)
I was merely explaining the "why do Jews care" and giving the prevailing reasons.
I certainly support your right to do it; freedom of religion and all that. After all, you're talking to a guy who sells goats to Saudi Arabia. Don't want to know what they do with 'em. (I presume eat them; don't tell me otherwise.)