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Equity (Narrative) (Details) $ in Billions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2015 USD ($)
Number of votes entitled of each class B common stock | 15
New Authorization [Member] |
Stock Repurchase Program Authorized Amount | $ 10
Class A Common Stock [Member] |
Voting power | 66.67%
Class B Common Stock [Member] |
Voting power | 33.33%

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