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Commitments and Contingencies (Narrative) (Details) (Other Investments [Member], USD $) In Thousands | Sep. 30, 2011
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Other Investments [Member] |
Remaining Commitment | $ 60,657

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- Definition This item represents contractual obligations to invest additional amounts on our other investment portfolio. These additional investments may or may not be required. + Details
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Data Type: | xbrli:monetaryItemType
Balance Type: | debit
Period Type: | instant