The USAians are largely seemingly already convinced the name of their country starts with an A, those that live elsewhere generally have better geography chops, so you're correct - it's unlikely any minds will change.
It's possible for a name to refer to both a country and a continent (or two). Just as "New York" could mean the state or the city.
It's possible for a name to refer to both a country and a continent (or two). Just as "New York" could mean the state or the city.