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As parents we tend to fret about children and every Halloween there are stories about hazards such as tainted candy and “stranger danger.” These stories often prove to be overblown but the real danger on Halloween is that it is the most deadly day of the year for young pedestrians. That’s a fact we uncovered in a [...] 
I use a lot of metrics to measure and rate the quality of life in different cities and towns. I haven’t seen anyone else use this particular measure but I think it provides a good insight into the sociological health of a place. So, I was heartened to read about a trend in New York [...] Finding a job these days is tough enough, but holding one down while being a mom raises a whole new set of concerns. I was consulted by Forbes for a recent study that looked at the Best Cities for Working Mothers. This is the study’s third year, and I think you’ll find the results interesting. You [...] |
Some call me "the Best Places Guy".
For nearly three decades, I've worked to find what makes a livable city or community. My work finds its way into popular culture on a regular basis. I've written books on the subject and have a popular web site - bestplaces.net. I currently live in Oregon, USA, my own best place.
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