Not so. I do not regard it as a game changer, merely another piece of information. I have already posted quotes from Senator Trumbull that would contradict this, but I like to get as much information as possible. I respect and agree with your desire for original sources.
I'm still looking. Got tired of reading the Senate Debate so i've tried to find where the right wing articles got the info. Seems to trace back to an anti-illegal immigration group so far. A Former Patent Lawyer named Vincent G. Gioia might be the source. http://www.blogger.com/profile/06804918534714044518 Will get back to the Senate Debate later.