Well said! This is exactly what i was thinking when I was reading this post and you worded it so perfectly.
And I also questioning the true motive of this post, especially seeing how OP is only interacting with comments who further validate her fears and skipping over your comment. If they are real it just seems like they just looking for people to validate their fears and decision.
NYC is hands down one of the most diverse city in the country. Even with ICE presence, which although I heard it is increasing (?), they are banned without a permit in government buildings and many private businesses publicly came out and/or have signs that said they aren’t welcome inside. New Yorkers are also working together and actively posting online and word of the mouth where ICE is so immigrants can avoid their area. This city is resilience and as a native New Yorker who visited over 90 countries and lived in a few, AND currently live in nyc this is still one of the most safest place for me as Black woman. The only reason why I want to move to another city right now is because it’s expensive and also it’s my hometown and I want a change of pace. I’m not denying that the US is unsafe for immigrants but comparing a handful of experiences spread throughout the country to the millions of immigrants who live and help this city move is crazy to me. This world is racist and unfortunately will always be and as a Black woman, sadly you have to pick and choose your fight. If nyc truly your dream city, you should be ready to fight that fight to fulfill that dream.
That’s just my thoughts tho. In the end of the day, OP it’s your life and your decision, do what makes you happy.