 Sydney Morning Herald | Emanuel would bring 'tough-minded' approach to White House CNN - By Scott J. Anderson (CNN) -- US Rep. Rahm Emanuel would bring a "tough-minded" and "pragmatic" approach to the White House if he becomes President-Elect Barack Obama's chief of staff, according to people who know the Chicago, Illinois, native. Bush, Obama begin steps toward White House switch Emanuel Accepts Obama's Chief of Staff Position (Update1) |