Premise: We reported in February 1998 that IRS had not clearly defined system modernization phases, nor had it adequately specified organizational roles, making it unclear who was to do what.

Hypothesis: It was extremely clear who was to do what, because IRS had adequately specified organizational roles.
Answer: no

Premise: and and then uh then you hear about ones that are on early release going out and

Hypothesis: You hear stories about the ones on early release.
Answer: yes

Premise: The agencies developed strategies to address These barriers, such as maintaining open communication and reassigning and hiring personnel.

Hypothesis: The agencies have strategies to address the barriers.
Answer: yes

Premise: Initially the Fringe consisted of several small theater companies that were not included in the official festival program but nevertheless decided to hold performances on the same dates.

Hypothesis: Smaller theater companies held performances on the same days as the festival.
Answer: yes