New York Court of Appeals
In the Matter of Michael Vetere v. James…
March 18, 196515 N.Y.2d 259
Summary
The Court affirmed the Appellate Division's order, holding that the Commissioner of Education's decision on racial balance is final and not subject to judicial review absent a showing of pure arbitrariness. The majority relied on longstanding statutory authority and precedent, while noting that the dissenting judges argued the decision was arbitrary and unconstitutional.