Question:
Believing a firm response was demanded, I've relegated such inapt answers to Page 2. (Click for some quite amusing if not entirely germane replies.)

Does it follow that "They never wanted a firm response to be given."?
Answer:
no

Question:
However, I feel constrained to respond.

Does it follow that "I feel pressured into responding, though I'm glad I am finally addressing this issue."?
Answer:
it is not possible to tell

Question:
The Connolly Room is so called because it was here that the wounded James Connolly spent his last night before being executed for his part in the Easter Rising.

Does it follow that "James Connolly participated in the Easter Sunday celebration."?
Answer:
no

Question:
To build an organization that attracts and retains talent, the CFO and senior executives

Does it follow that "To build an organization to bring in and keep talent. "?
Answer:
yes