Although I am conflicted in my opinion of the park's interpretation and application of policies, especially with respect to climbing, I think that their primary concern is preservation. I can understand and empathize with that mission.
In today's atmosphere of serious consideration by congress to giving away public lands (see http://www.outdooralliance.org/blog/2017/1/4/giving-away-our-public-lands-for-free ), I would welcome having more land in a permanently protected status.