 Although he considered himself to be a "dangerous radical" due to his left-wing views, conspiracy theories and involvement with anti-Vietnam War protests, the FBI believed that he was a dilettante and posed no threat.Munch's partner at the start of "Homicide" is Stanley Bolander (Ned Beatty), an experienced police detective with more than 20 years under his belt.The two are partners through the show's first three seasons until Bolander is first suspended and then retires.