The Democratic party has been systematically transformed into primarily progressives. They bribed and fought internally to move the party left.
The Republicans seem to be have a similar discord between RINOs, career elites and true conservatives. The Tea Party has the power right now.
The Internet is crucial to the movement and 2012 election. They will continue to try to control the Internet and media message. (IMO)
The fact that the Tea Party has been able to fund the movement is driving Obama people crazy.