Charles Koehler interviews Jim Thomas, Editor in Chief of the Lesbian and Gay News-Telegraph, about the newspaper's evolution over the past decade. Thomas discusses the newspaper's expansion from a St. Louis-based publication to covering parts of five states, its challenges in resource allocation, and its evolving focus on community needs, particularly in light of the AIDS crisis. He highlights the newspaper's success in providing reliable, independent news and its role in fostering political and cultural maturity within the LGBTQ+ community. Thomas also mentions his involvement with the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force and new political organizations in St. Louis, emphasizing their importance in community advocacy and political presence.