[Closed] Is this actually racial hatred?

yes that Brigstock link [ i assume from radio 4 now show] is spot on.

They do not define me as an individual however and are subject to change based upon experience.

yes but being a Muslim or a Jew etc does define them hence the difference in perception. I would also add it is not affected by experience /reality but I know they would disagree.
I don't think they deserve any extra protection than others but the fact is they are often discriminated against for their religious belief's and quite often by people with other religious beliefs. Thankfully, here at least, they no longer have the power to do the same to atheists.