"I believe it's amnesty if you can get right with the law by paying a fine but never have to go home," Mr. Pence said.

When the governor asked Mr. Pence to resign from office, he refused.

But should he lose his job, Mr. Pence is ready to move on, as he has done once in the past.

Mr. Pence, 45, once hosted a talk radio show in Indianapolis.

Mr. Pence said a staff member spent 30 to 60 minutes each day updating the blog, but the entries also say who posted them.

Mr. Pence, unlike many conservatives, courts the news media.

Mr. Pence argued that tax cuts help the poor by revving the economy.

Mr. Pence tried to offer something to everyone.

Mr. Pence did not return telephone calls yesterday seeking comment.

Mr. Pence has refused to step down from office despite a request from the governor that he do so.