Paul Goldberg

About Paul Goldberg

Paul Goldberg has been a senior editor at JRL CHARTS for more than 18 years, delivering in-depth coverage of LGBTQ politics, civil rights, and public policy across the United States, Europe, and Asia. His reporting focuses on federal court rulings, legislative developments, international human rights issues, and government actions impacting LGBTQ communities worldwide. With nearly two decades of experience, Goldberg is recognized for his balanced analysis, investigative insight, and commitment to accurate, fact-based journalism that informs readers on the political forces shaping equality and justice.
20 07, 2025

Colorado School Board Erases LGBTQ Protections From Policy in Shocking Summer Reversal

2026-05-24T12:13:16-07:00July 20th, 2025|Categories: LGBT Politics USA, LGBTQ Politics|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , |

By: Paul Goldberg, Political Correspondent | JRL CHARTS LGBT Politics USA CORTEZ, CO — (July 20, 2025) — In a move sparking outrage and concern across Colorado’s LGBTQ+ community, the Montezuma-Cortez RE-1 School District has voted to eliminate sexual orientation and gender identity from its official nondiscrimination policy. The board approved the change earlier this [...]

17 07, 2025

Devastation as Feds Terminate LGBTQ+ Youth Suicide Hotline Access—Trevor Project Issues Urgent Warning

2026-06-06T16:12:04-07:00July 17th, 2025|Categories: LGBT Politics USA, LGBTQ Politics|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

By: Paul Goldberg, Senior Editor | JRL CHARTS - LGBT Politics USA WASHINGTON D.C. — July 17, 2025 — A day after JRL CHARTS broke the story of the federal government’s decision to eliminate LGBTQ+ youth access to specialized suicide prevention services via the 988 Lifeline, the shutdown has officially taken effect. Related Coverage Links [...]

16 07, 2025

Feds to Cut LGBTQ Youth Crisis Services from 988 Lifeline July 17 — Experts Warn of Suicide Risk Spike

2026-06-06T16:12:05-07:00July 16th, 2025|Categories: LGBT Politics USA, LGBTQ Politics|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

By: Paul Goldberg, Senior Editor | JRL CHARTS – LGBT Politics USA LAS VEGAS — (July 16, 2025) — In a move that has sparked outrage among mental health advocates, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) confirmed it will eliminate the specialized LGBTQ youth support option on the 988 Suicide and Crisis [...]

15 07, 2025

Kenya Turns on LGBTQ Refugees: Queer Ugandans No Longer Safe in East Africa

2026-03-15T20:31:33-07:00July 15th, 2025|Categories: LGBT Politics Asia, LGBTQ Politics, World LGBT News|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

By: Paul Goldberg, Senior Editor | JRL CHARTS – LGBT Politics Asia NAIROBI, KENYA — (July 15, 2025) — Kenya, once regarded as a critical safe haven for LGBTQI+ asylum seekers from Uganda and other East African nations, is now turning hostile, according to multiple human rights organizations and refugee advocates. Related Coverage on LGBT [...]

14 07, 2025

Trump Targets LGBTQ+ Workers in Shocking Move to Strip Student Loan Forgiveness

2026-07-31T15:40:01-07:00July 14th, 2025|Categories: LGBT Politics USA, LGBTQ Politics|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

By: Paul Goldberg, Senior Editor | JRL CHARTS – LGBT Politics USA WASHINGTON D.C. — (July 28, 2025) — In yet another aggressive attack on LGBTQ+ rights, President Donald Trump’s administration is moving to strip student loan forgiveness from thousands of LGBTQ+ workers employed in nonprofit organizations. Related Coverage Links on JRL CHARTS: • Get the [...]

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