I don't think this represents the majority, but there is a substantial racist and Neo-Nazi element among law enforcement in this country. I often post stories like this from right wing outlets so Conservative Atheists can't say it's "fake news"
I had just listened to this and they talk about racism, after the break, in connection with Obama's 2008 campaign. Up to 30% of Dems wouldn't vote for him. Further, he says that upstate NY is right up there with Southern Louisiana and Mississippi, or SC, with racist attitudes. [freakonomics.com]
Not all is true, but too many, way too many. I've known except who quit because they truly wanted to be of service and saw how many assholes they would need to work with and gave up.
I used the term substantial