This is a preview of a premium article. Subscribe or Log In to gain access! International GWOT – RIP Shortly after 9/11, George W. Bush declared, in apocalyptic tones, a “Global War on Terror” (GWOT). The term prevailed until Barack Obama took office. To access this post, you must purchase Digital Membership, Print + Digital Membership or Institutional Membership. By Reg Whitaker Issue 25 Shortly after 9/11, George W. Bush declared, in apocalyptic tones, a “Global War on Terror” (GWOT). The term prevailed until Barack Obama took office. Subscribe or Log In to read more.