LA schools superintendent review brings out political divides
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A superintendent’s review is usually routine: board members check in on goals such as raising test scores and increasing graduation rates.
But a public uproar has turned Superintendent John Deasy’s review on Tuesday into a political referendum.
The upswing in interest began late last week, when local media reported Deasy had told some board members he is considering stepping down in February.
Deasy responded by saying he hadn't formally resigned — but declined to speak about his intentions — until after Tuesday's review.
That sent shock waves through the city, with leaders and various groups weighing in publicly. There have been newspaper editorials; a group of business leaders signed a letter in support of Deasy; a group of parents are leading a letter writing campaign against him and a group of nonprofits is holding a rally at 10:30 a.m. for or against Deasy.
Board member Steve Zimmer said any thought that the board was planning to oust the
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