August 19, 2024 Newsweek's reporting on the war between Russia and Ukraine has used Prof. Konstantin Sonin as an expert source. In a recent article, they cited previous reporting: Konstantin Sonin, a Russian-born political economist from the University of Chicago, previously told Newsweek that Putin is likely deterred from announcing an open mass mobilization because the propaganda narrative that he is pushing is that Russia is not waging a war but is conducting a limited-scale military operation. Read the full story here: https://www.newsweek.com/putin-army-troops-war-losses-kursk-incursion-1940951 Faculty Spotlight Konstantin Sonin John Dewey Distinguished Service Professor Konstantin Sonin, John Dewey Distinguished Service Professor at Harris Public Policy, is a frequent columnist on Russian political and economic issues in addition to his academic work in political economics, development and economic theory. Upcoming Events More events Masterclass with Lesley Turner Mon., January 26, 2026 | 9:00 AM Harris Campus Visit Thu., January 29, 2026 | 9:30 AM 1307 E 60th St Chicago, IL 60637 United States Credential Program Faculty Spotlight: Sample Class with Professor Sheng-Hao Lo Mon., February 02, 2026 | 7:00 PM