After a special election in Harlem this month, registered Democrats will almost certainly enjoy a slim numerical edge in the 63 - seat body, but conservative Brooklyn State Senator Simcha Felder caucuses with the Republicans, and the eight - member Independent Democratic Conference has enjoyed a power - sharing arrangement with the GOP leadership for almost five years. (observer.com)
«Bama fans had a significant numerical edge over their Miami counterparts in the Quarter and an overwhelming one in the Superdome. (si.com)
Last November's election results returned Skelos to majority leadership; his Republican caucus has a slim numerical edge on the Senate Democrats but a vast advantage in discipline. (nymag.com)