Does the GOP Want Chaos?

There is a potential strategy choice for the GOP which explains their current intransigence on the national debt, judges, etc., etc.

It is this: Creating instability in the United States of America creates an impression among some Americans that the country is weak because Democrats cannot govern.

If widely held, that perception can improve GOP chances in future elections. 

Perhaps Mr. McConnel chooses his actions in conformance with the goal of creating chaos instead of helping the country.