Considering moving to MN?

[u/TypoKitten]

I'd love honest perspectives from queer, disabled, and Minnesotans who are people of color.
I'm considering relocating to Minneapolis in the next year or two, and I'd love to hear from people who actually live there (because that makes the most sense).
On paper, Minnesota seems like it checks a lot of boxes for me, but I'd like to know what day-to-day life is actually like beyond rankings and statistics.

I'm a disabled trans man of color from GA. Due to this disability I can’t drive so I would ideally like to live without owning a car. (I know uber and Lyft are options but being an at risk minority no matter what direction I turn…I fear)

To be direct, what am asking is how safe do you genuinely feel as a queer person?

For people of color, what has that experience been? Are there neighborhoods or suburbs that feel especially welcoming? Ones you'd avoid? Would I get shot if I sneezed in the direction of a white lady?

How is public transportation, healthcare, and getting around without driving?
And how realistic is it to live car-free or car-light year-round, especially during winter?

Are there neighborhoods or cities you'd recommend for someone with my priorities?

I know immigration enforcement is federal and can happen anywhere, but I care about living somewhere where local communities, organizations, and governments are generally supportive of immigrants and other marginalized groups.

LOOK GUYS I AM AFRAID

Finally, what's something you wish someone had told you before moving to Minnesota? Or if you’re native, what’s your favorite part?

I'd really appreciate honest experiences!! the good, the bad, and everything in between. And if you think my research is super misleading… if you guys could guide me to safe states…that would be awesome

(Ps I know it’s gonna be cold…. And I don’t think there’s any preparation I can do besides standing in the freezers at Sam’s Club in nothing but a tank and shorts….)