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Summary of Significant Accounting Policies Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Warrants) (Details) - shares shares in Thousands | Dec. 31, 2013 | Jun. 20, 2013 | Dec. 31, 2012
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Symetra |  |  |
New Accounting Pronouncements or Change in Accounting Principle [Line Items] |  |  |
Investments in unconsolidated affiliates on conversion of warrants | 9,490 | 2,650 | 9,490

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