Jacko, good to see you reappear, in your absence were you reincarnated as a USAF General?
They seem to have an affinity for all jets, and supersonic ones at that. Economics are a reality of life in the multi faceted low intensity conflicts. Think of the logistical tail associated with a FJ presence when the scenario doesn't dictate the need.
Or asked another way, why on earth wouldn't I want a light attack aircraft given the economics, the scope and the threat levels? Channel your inner F-35:salesman as you reply.