Well, this game isn't US only, so in a way there must be consideration that this is a game catering to more than the US.
Plus, it's been 14 years. One could argue that licking your wounds 14yrs later shows a lack of resilience and weakness which could be used to inspire more problems because if an act can get attention 14yrs later, why not do more? Obviously the country can't shake things off. Idk. Something to consider.