Q: If The success of These programs is best demonstrated by the fact that they have been close to meeting cost, schedule, and performance objectives., can we say that "A measure of success of these programs is they are close to meeting their objectives."?

A: yes

Q: If My good Dorcas, I have an idea "a little idea "if it should prove justified, what magnificent chance! , can we say that "My dear Dorcas, I have an idea that could be justified."?

A: yes

Q: If In her best column in years, in which she reverts to actual reporting, Maureen Dowd had a fascinating talk with G.W. about his cultural tastes., can we say that "G.W. talked about his cultural tastes with Maureen."?

A: yes

Q: If Bush's greatest feat has been to spin his evasion of controversies as a virtue., can we say that "Bush's greatest feat has been to spin his evasion of controversies as a virtue."?

A:
yes