The Hempstead school district has been systematically changing some students'...

The Hempstead school district has been systematically changing some students' failing final course grades into passing grades. (Jun. 22, 2013) Credit: Anthony Lanzilote

The Hempstead school board will hold a special election on Oct. 28 ["Sad bid to regain power over Hempstead schools," Editorial, Oct. 1]. One week later, Nov. 4, is the conventional Election Day.

Two elections a week apart seem an incredible waste of money that could be put to better use benefiting the students.

Rudy Rosenberg II, Carle Place
 

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