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 Policy Research and Innovation Bootcamp (PRIB) Policy Hackathon Challenge Deep Dive Tue., February 10, 2026 | 12:00 PM 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
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