This has been obvious for some time now. Let us hope and pray the GOP leadership does not blow this opportunity.
The United States no longer has a two-party political system. As the events of the past few weeks have shown, the Republican Party has split into at least two groups that are no longer just factions. Though it may be hard to believe, this division has created an enormous opportunity for the GOP's leadership. But don't worry -- they'll probably blow it.
http://www.foreignpolicy.com/articles/2013/10/07/a_plan_to_save_the_republican_party