Question:
Its facade features black calligraphy; in the cenotaph-chamber there are pretty painted flowers.

Does it follow that "There are both painted flowers and black calligraphy."?
Answer:
yes

Question:
None of these contributors can afford to let up now, especially with the economy suffering both locally and nationally.

Does it follow that "The economic suffering on both levels made them unable to afford to let go."?
Answer:
yes

Question:
He doesn't really want to run, but perhaps he can use the threat of a candidacy to make himself a behind-the-scenes player, the guy who delivers the left to Al Gore or Bill Bradley.

Does it follow that "He wants to run for office rather than be a player behind the scenes."?
Answer:
no

Question:
really well it's really lucky that you got away from that cause that's

Does it follow that "It is great that this is in your past."?
Answer:
yes