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Controversy Erupts Over 'Straight-Washing' Turing in New Novel
8/22/2025
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Story summary
- Nick Croydon's novel "The Turing Protocol" controversially depicts Alan Turing as heterosexual, altering his biography.
- Critics label this portrayal as "straight-washing," arguing it undermines Turing's legacy as a gay man.
- The backlash has resulted in numerous 1-star reviews on Goodreads, reflecting widespread outrage over the depiction.
