[2] In 1987, Simpson started to publish My Comrade, a magazine about New York City's gay nightlife, as editor.
[3] The publication self-proclaimed itself the "court jester of the queer press"; it opted for a camp approach to gay lifestyle, talking ironically about popular culture, and parodying other types of magazines.
[4] The gay press, especially in New York City, expressed its contentment with the publication's comeback, and the new issue received excellent reviews.
[citation needed] The second issue of the 21st century, released in spring 2006 featured the first color cover in My Comrade’s history.
It features funny stories and reportage, as well as profiles of a broad range of personalities, from local go-go dancers to widely known reality television stars like Austin Scarlett, along with drag queens, burlesque performers, and artists.