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Investments (Net investment income summary) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2019 | Dec. 31, 2018 | Dec. 31, 2017
Investments, Debt and Equity Securities [Abstract] |  |  |
Investment income on fixed maturities | $ 1,378 | $ 1,353 | $ 1,349
Net realized gains (losses) | (8) | 10 | 46
Affordable housing partnerships | (98) | (58) | (100)
Other | 97 | 154 | 108
Consolidated investment entities | 94 | 137 | 106
Total net investment income | $ 1,463 | $ 1,596 | $ 1,509

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