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Long-Term Debt - Schedule of Long Term Debt (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified |
Sep. 30, 2012
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Dec. 31, 2011
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| Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||
| Senior Notes, net of discount | $ 2,295,939 | $ 2,192,418 |
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Senior Notes
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| Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||
| Senior Notes, net of discount | 2,195,939 | 2,192,418 |
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Line of Credit
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| Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||
| Senior Notes, net of discount | $ 100,000 | $ 0 |
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- Definition
Sum of the carrying values as of the balance sheet date of all long-term debt, which is debt initially having maturities due after one year from the balance sheet date or beyond the operating cycle, if longer, but excluding the portions thereof scheduled to be repaid within one year (current maturities) or the normal operating cycle, if longer, and after deducting unamortized discount or premiums, if any. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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