There are great many political identities thrown out early in this text. I think the author means to establish his credentials by saying “I’m queer trans and all that”. It feels juvenile, perhaps reminiscent of the very white-washing which the author later laments.
The author tells a dichotomous background story. He claims to be as an academic yuppie-type, which is supported by his use of urban planning vernacular; however, he also presents as a big child who wants what he wants when he wants.
The character is relatable. Although the childish demands he gives voice to are not enduring. It’s easy to imagine that the author would take advantage of the welfare and rental subsidies available to him while demonizing more productive people for using the free parking.
The anecdotes and retellings of queer lives are generally shallow.