| 1. Rahm Emanuel was born and raised in Chicago and is the middle child in his family. |
| 2. His father emigrated from Israel in the 1950s and was part of the Irgun, a Zionist paramilitary group. |
| 3. The surname 'Emanuel' was adopted by his family in honor of his uncle who was killed during the Arab revolt in Palestine. |
| 4. As a teenager, he studied ballet and received a scholarship to the Joffrey Ballet School but chose to attend college instead. |
| 5. Emanuel holds dual citizenship of America and Israel. |
| 6. He severely injured his finger while working at an Arby’s restaurant, leading to partial amputation. |
| 7. His political career began in the early 1980s and he played a significant role in various Democratic campaigns. |
| 8. Emanuel is known for his aggressive political style, earning him the nickname 'Rahmbo'. |
| 9. During the 1991 Gulf War, he volunteered with the Israel Defence Forces. |
| 10. He has a strong pro-choice voting record and supports LGBT rights. |
| 11. Emanuel's children attended the private University of Chicago Laboratory Schools. |
