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Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) (Details Textual) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2013 | Jun. 30, 2013
Accumulated other comprehensive income (Loss) (Textual) [Abstract] |  |
Net realized investment gains | $ 15,417 | $ 22,279
Income tax expense | $ 5,396 | $ 7,798

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