Oliver is an evil genius, but if you met him, you'd never know it. In reality, his persona is more akin to Ralph Wiggum, but his brain works in a fashion similar to Stewie. He loves grilled cheese sandwiches, Captain Beefheart (particularly the Trout Mask Replica album...yes folks, that's a real person/band...are they evil? perhaps.), and bending the world to his will. But, for some reason, he feels a desire to impress his father, and feels that the best way would be to become class president. Not that it would be hard; he can rig anything, "persuade" other candidates to drop out of the election, etc. But Oliver wants a challenge. His public persona is so innocently stupid that he's afraid people will vote out of pity, which wouldn't really impress his dad (just like being the only candidate failed to), so elaborate plans begin to make things interesting.
This book made me laugh out loud dozens of times and takes place in my former hometown (Omaha). I'm also a fan of Beefheart, so that was fun. It's not a book that will change your life, but sometimes it's good to simply sit back and enjoy the ride. Even if the narrator thinks he's smarter than you. Back in the cage!