The Library is excited to be partnering with Learning in Retirement to offer free programs for area seniors. Learning in Retirement’s curriculum is taught by local experts and is designed specifically for those ages 50 and above who want to learn for the pure enjoyment of learning. No registration is required to attend the programs at the Library. To learn more about all of the programs offered by Learning in Retirement visit lirpalmdesert.com. For questions, email lirpalmdesert@gmail.com. Over the years we have become accustomed to hearing that the United States has the best of everything—health care, schools, social mobility and on. This lecture will examine the U.S.’s performance versus other economically developed countries on these key variables to better understand our true position in the world.