yes, it's the luck of the draw no matter how many they do, or don't, build... but, it's not the only trim in the line of LIGHTNINGS - they aren't going to mass produce a small money maker when they can mass produce big money makers - like the Lariat. Those who want a cheaper version might not like it, but you can't blame a for-profit company doing what they do to remain strong in the business.
I get that folks are bummed, but the reality is that most dealers also don't have the 'basic' level trucks sitting on their lots, either. They have King Ranch flavors, and Platinums, and Lariats... very, very few others.