Talked into running for student council president by his friends, Randy, a shy boy, is determined to win the election after several confrontations with his opponent's campaign manager.
With the help of a former member of Alcoholics Anonymous, a member of a cycle racing team learns to control his drinking and restore a sense of purpose to his life.
Abused by her alcoholic father, Kathy runs away to her grandparents. She eventually comes to realize that her reformed father needs help rather than censure.