This video features Amitabh Chandra, Professor of Public Policy, discussing the myriad challenges facing policymakers on they ponder the future of U.S. healthcare policy. Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) and the 92nd Street Y (92Y) in New York City present American Conversation Essentials, a series of short powerful videos featuring HKS faculty members -- designed to deconstruct critical policy issues impacting the voters and the country this election year. American Conversation Essentials is a series of compelling videos that puts today's most important issues -- the Middle East, the economy, health care and more -- into perspective. HKS faculty members share their expertise and offer insights to provide Americans with the tools to better understand the world around them, become more engaged citizens and ultimately build a better society. American Conversation Essentials is a component of 92Y's Campaign for the American Conversation. Look for new videos on a range of policy topics each week moving into the summer.