So, Nickels’s campaign manager called me back. His official line was as follows: “We had about half the room, but you need two thirds. It’s really not a big deal.”

Unofficially, I think the Nickels camp is super bummed, though. With the mayor’s Northgate deal framing the endorsement meeting last night, it’s clear that neighborhood resentment against Nickels is potent enough to stall any real mandate for Nickels in this year’s election. Nickels is obviously going to win in November, but his failure in the 46th District speaks volumes about the depth of his support (or lack thereof).