Basis of Presentation Basis of Presentation (Details) (Surfdome, USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	1 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2014
Surfdome
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]
Proceeds from sale of business	$ 16

Net amount of cash we received after selling a portion of our business.

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