Premise:
"One way to get your bearings upon arrival is to walk out on the jetty known as the Ilhu de Pontinha and view Funchal as those aboard cruise ships do."
Hypothesis: People aboard cruise ships can view Funchal.

yes

Premise:
"These alliances have sweated blood in fights with Republican Mayor Richard Riordan over public transportation, housing, and health care."
Hypothesis: The alliances will likely lose the fight against Republicans over public services.

it is not possible to tell

Premise:
"For additional information on our work concerning corporate governance, the accounting profession, financial reporting, and related regulatory matters, please contact Jeffrey C. Steinhoff, Managing Director, Financial Management and Assurance, on (202) 512-2600 or at SteinhoffJ@gao.gov."
Hypothesis: Steinhoff is the Managing Director of Financial Management and Assurance for the IRS.
it is not possible to tell