Income Tax - Net Operating Loss and Tax Credit Carryforwards Expiration (Details) $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2021 USD ($)
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]
NOL Carryforwards	$ 624,538
Tax Credit Carryforwards	78,339
2022-2026
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]
NOL Carryforwards	0
Tax Credit Carryforwards	11,935
Thereafter
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]
NOL Carryforwards	624,538
Tax Credit Carryforwards	$ 66,404

Amount of operating loss carryforward, before tax effects, available to reduce future taxable income under enacted tax laws.

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