He then resigned from the state senate , and , after qualifying for the runoff election , lost the race to Michael Hancock .
On November 30 , 2010 , Romer announced his candidacy for Mayor of Denver .
Romer then resigned from the state senate , and , after qualifying for the runoff election , lost the race to Michael Hancock .
On November 30 , 2010 , Romer announced his candidacy for Mayor of Denver .