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Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Unrecognized Tax Benefits) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2019 | Mar. 31, 2018
Income Tax Contingency [Line Items] |  |
Income Tax Expense (Benefit) | $ 10,836 | $ 9,892
Adjustments for Change in Accounting Principle [Member] |  |
Income Tax Contingency [Line Items] |  |
Income Tax Expense (Benefit) | $ 300 |

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