I was watching as well. The only thing she cares about is the Republicans image and the 2012 elections...notably the WH and Sen. majority with anyone that has an R next to their name (RINO or not).
Regardless of her intent, the GOPers have re-negotiated with themselves so many times on the debt BS that it has given the lib/dems a great PR raise because the Pubbies now look inept and nobama looks cool and collected.