Because of the cold and the fact that we’re considered a “flyover state,” there are plenty of Minnesota haters out there. But you know what… we don’t really care! Besides, there’s always a level of hypocrisy to what people say when they’re putting down Minnesota. So if you know a ‘Sota hater, just do what we do best, passively point out that hypocrisy until they leave our beloved state alone.

1. The cold weather actually makes MN beautiful.
Facebook/Adrian Koski‎
But enough about that, you were telling me about how you want to visit Iceland and see all that gorgeous, frozen scenery. Sure would be nice to live somewhere with views like that.
2. Our food is downright delicious, despite what you've heard about how we all eat lutefisk for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Flickr/Kim
Wouldn't it be awesome if burgers had the cheese cooked on the inside so it's all melted and delicious? I wonder if that exists somewhere...
3. Despite what you've heard about our accents and intelligence level, we have the 3rd most literate city in the US, and have created some of the best inventions.
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Whoever came up with Post-its, Frozen Pizza, Microwave Popcorn, Waterskiis, Pop-up Toasters, Seatbelts. Scotch Tape, Bundt Cake, Malls, Sandpaper, Cake Mix, Armored Trucks, Grocery Bags With Handles, Thermostats, Rollerblades and staplers sure were smart.
4. We know how to have fun.
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Sorry to hear your summers are so boring. Bet you wish there were some cool music festivals and fairs to go to.
5. We have 10,000 + lakes and know how to use them.
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But you're right, living on the coast and going to the beach to swim and sail everyday does sound like fun. The only bummer is that cold water and those dangerous waves. If only it was clear, freshwater.

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6. Sure, we have a lot of farms, and they feed America.
Flickr/Kris
How was your turkey last Thanksgiving? That sweet corn from last summer? Just wouldn't be the same without 'em, huh?
7. We have all of the jobs, and Fortune 500s.
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So you want to move to Silicon Valley or NYC to find a job after college? Yeah, how much do those apartments rent for again?
8. Minnesota might not have exceedingly high mountains, but we do have them. We also have the Superior Hiking Trail, which puts other backpacking trails to shame.
Flickr/Tony Webster
So you're thinking about doing the PCT? Wow there's so much desert. If only there was a long backpacking trail that was all stunning forests, waterfalls, and cliffs overlooking a shore.
9. We actually are pretty darn nice. And it's fun to live in a place where people are helpful.
Flickr/Christopher "Rice"
AAA? What's that? I just call the whole neighborhood to help me when my car breaks down.
10. We have a thriving art and music community.
Flickr/Chris Yunker
Oh, I see you have Bob Dylan on your playlist.

And I’ll leave you with this: If you do know a ‘Sota hater, please don’t invite them to visit just to prove how wonderful our state is. We’re better off without their negativity.

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