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Basis of Presentation and Significant Accounting Policies - Partnership (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands		12 Months Ended
	Apr. 02, 2018	Dec. 31, 2018
Decrease to partners' capital		$ 36,111
CDM
Aggregate consideration	$ 1,700,000

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