INCOME TAXES Unrecognized Tax Benefits Narrative (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2014
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Unrecognized tax benefit reclassified to current deferred tax assets	$ 3.9

Unrecognized Tax Benefit Reclassified to Deferred Tax Assets, Current

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