Tommaso Sonno

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Tommaso Sonno is a political economist whose research explores the intersection of finance, inequality, and populism in Europe. His most-cited work, "The Financial Drivers of Populism in Europe" (2021, 11 citations), identifies a critical link: financial crises and austerity measures fuel support for populist parties by eroding economic security and trust in institutions. This contribution reframes populism not as a cultural backlash but as a rational response to economic dislocation, offering a data-driven lens for understanding contemporary political shifts. Sonno’s broader research examines how economic shocks—from banking crises to trade disruptions—reshape voter behavior and party systems, with implications for policy design. His work has been cited in leading journals and policy reports, influencing debates on financial regulation and democratic resilience. By combining rigorous econometric analysis with real-world relevance, Sonno provides students and researchers with a powerful toolkit for analyzing the economic roots of political change. His findings challenge simplistic narratives, urging a deeper look at how financial systems can both empower and destabilize democracies.