From The Hill January 17, 2023 Brad Dress Professor Konstantin Sonin Harris Public Policy John Dewey Distinguished Service Professor Konstantin Sonin was quoted in The Hill, commenting on indications that Russia may have modified its missiles or launched the attack from an unclear direction. “In this attack, the air defense was extremely unsuccessful,” Professor Sonin said. “I think they’re extremely busy trying to figure out how it was done.” Full coverage available at The Hill. Upcoming Events More events Preparing for Harris: Teaching Assistantships Wed., February 11, 2026 | 8:30 AM Coffee Chat in Western Massachusetts Wed., February 11, 2026 | 9:00 AM Tunnel City Coffee 100 Spring St #102 Williamstown, MA 01267 United States Coffee Chat in St. Louis, Missouri Wed., February 11, 2026 | 12:30 PM Good Press Cafe at 21c St. Louis 1528 Locust St St. Louis, MO 63103 United States
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