Charles Koehler interviews Gene Schultz, a St. Louis University law professor and ACLU cooperating attorney, about the ACLU's involvement in cases concerning the lesbian and gay community. Schultz explains that the ACLU either represents clients directly or acts as a friend of the court, providing examples like the Perry Watkins and Ben Shalom cases. He discusses a local case involving a ROTC student who was expelled for being gay and the army's attempt to recover $25,000 in scholarships. Schultz emphasizes the ACLU's focus on Bill of Rights issues and the criteria for their involvement in cases, which include resource availability and conflict of interest avoidance. He also mentions the ACLU's funding sources and the importance of supporting the organization.