There is and always will be some racism and bigotry in the US and in the world. That, by the way, is exhibited in pretty much every group of people. It's not a one way street. I don't think the majority of Americans are racists and most of us want things to be better and for people to lead great lives, no matter to which race or group we might belong. 

One thing that would be better for everyone is to stop being defined by victim status. I've been told more than once that my opinion doesn't matter because of my race and gender but I don't buy into such pettiness.