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Acquisitions And New Ventures - Pro Forma Information (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2014 | Dec. 31, 2013
Acquisitions and New Ventures [Abstract] |  |
Business Acquisition, Non-recurring Acquisition Costs |  | $ 23,100
Business Acquisition, Pro Forma Information [Abstract] |  |
Net revenue | $ 1,126,592 | 1,085,518
Earnings from continuing operations | $ 64,145 | $ 11,182

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