Question:
An SBA official has confirmed that some agencies follow this practice, and that SBA has not objected to it.

Does it follow that "The SBA has not objected to this particular practice that some agencies follow."?
Answer:
yes

Question:
It is an easy comparison.

Does it follow that "One would be remiss to jump to such a conclusion so quickly."?
Answer:
no

Question:
Against the wall is the Wheel of Law that originally roseabove the lions.

Does it follow that "The wheel of Law did not ever go above the lions."?
Answer:
no

Question:
There seemed to be a never-ending set of obstacles, said Patrick Pleas, an attorney with Northwest Justice Project.

Does it follow that "Patrick Pleas is an attorney with Northwest Justice Project."?
Answer:
yes