The total failure of Bush's war in Iraq -- four year later

The NY Times editorial page looks at Iraq four years later:

Two months into the Baghdad security drive, the gains Mr. Bush is banking on have not materialized. More American soldiers continue to arrive, and their commanders are talking about extending the troop buildup through the fall or into early next year. After four years, the political trend is even more discouraging.

There is no possible triumph in Iraq and very little hope left.

Bush, McCain and the rest of the Republicans may still be optimistic about Iraq. But, they're not realistic -- they never have been.