1.0 link 43210 http://www.huffingtonpost.com/barbara-kopple/hbo-addiction-project_b_43210.html Don Perks, a prototypical NY tough guy, speaks about Mickey Diamond with a tear in his eyes and respect streaming from his voice. The man that only needs a first name in Steamfitters lore is affectionately called "Mickey." Everyone knows Mickey. He recognized the problem his Union's membership was facing with addiction and started a program to help his friends. In the process Mickey forged a legacy that has saved innumerable lives - including Don Perks who would become his...

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