present a false front

But McClay, the author of the textbook “Land of Hope,” also said it didn’t have to present a “false front” of unity.

If anyone understands the oppressiveness of being forced to present a false front every day, it would be the American gay men and lesbians who grew up in the era of the closet.

"I don't want to present a false front. I mean, it's possible we'll do a mock debate, but I don't see a real need."