Every week, Alliance for a Better Minnesota will highlight the important work being done in the progressive community. Focusing on issues that impact Minnesotans’ lives, this important work helps Minnesota continue moving forward.

Three MN Suburbs Best Places To Live: Money Magazine released their annual “Best Places to Live” list last week, and three suburbs of Minnesota cracked the top 15. Maple Grove scored second out of 537. Eagan and Woodbury also scored very high, with ranks 11 and 12, respectively. Extensive parks and job opportunities in these cities helped achieve their high rankings.

Sen. Warren Pushes For Women’s Support: Earlier last week, Senator Elizabeth Warren spoke at an event for Emily’s List, a group that supports pro-choice female candidates nationally, about the importance of supporting Democratic women candidates ahead of the midterm elections. “If you don’t have a seat at the table, you’re probably on the menu,” Sen. Warren said at the event.

MN Jobs Looking Good: Recent reports have shown that Minnesota’s job situation is improving and doesn’t show signs of slowing down.