I see nothing surprising about a political party doing what they cant to ensure their continue hold on power, the only thing that DOES surprise me is that people actually fell for their lies and bullshit.
Here is a lesson, any politician that tell you they are for limiting the power of the party or the office they want you to elect them to, is a liar.
Yes, I know you called it right, but it takes more than one person to make sure the truth gets out there.