This series is an awesome (and blatant) metaphor for the battle for civil liberties for all. Its most obvious suggestion in this series is that vampires = LGBT members of society. (Though most interviews mention race over sexual orienation.) From its opening credits it shows us a church sign saying "God Hates Fangs" (obviously echoing Fred Phelps and his "God Hates Fags" signs) and then tells us the story of vampires as they "Come Out of the Coffin." True Blood is a great watch as the characters come to terms with there Vampirophobia and learn lessons along the way. (But don't read it as a straight metaphor... remember we ARE watching a show about vampires so yes they do drink blood and kill people.)