I'm a huge MST3K fan; I had no idea that Mike Nelson was a republican. Where did you hear that?
yes he is. I learned it on this site.
proof
http://tom-servo.home.mindspring.com/special-events_interview_mike-nelson-2-main.html
http://www.michaeljnelson.com/home/other.aspx
and the ultimate guide to conservative celebs
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1189988/posts?page=21#21