Join the conversation as Carol Christ, Director for the Center for Studies in Higher Education, talks with Jamie Merisotis on his new book, America Needs Talent. Merisotis explains that to usher in a new era of innovation and success, deliberate choices must be made by government, the private sector, education, and individuals to grow talent in America. To achieve a great second American century, the U.S must focus on attracting, educating, and deploying talented workers and leaders. In an article published in the Huffington Post, Merisotis states “The U.S. thrived in the 20th century because we had a critical mass of people with the skills and knowledge to meet the economic demands of that era. Today, in contrast, we’re falling behind.” In America Needs Talent, Merisotis proposes bold ideas to successfully deploy the world’s most talented people-from rethinking higher education to transforming immigration laws, revitalizing urban hubs, and encouraging private sector innovation.