TASK DEFINITION: Given the Target and Argument texts detect the stance that the argument has towards the topic. There are three types of stances "in favor", "against", and "neutral". 
PROBLEM: Topic: Direct democracy
 Argument: Direct democracy avoids appointment of unaccountable officials.

SOLUTION: in favor

PROBLEM: Topic: Google decision to stop censoring results in China
 Argument: Google out of China reduces access to free/fair info.

SOLUTION: against

PROBLEM: Topic: Hate crime laws
 Argument: Hate crime laws are likely to be abused by accusers.

SOLUTION:
against