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: New START Treaty
 Argument: New START Treaty gives more to Russia than US.

SOLUTION: against

PROBLEM: Topic: Carbon emissions trading
 Argument: US cap-and-trade in sulfur dioxidew was succesful.

SOLUTION: in favor

PROBLEM: Topic: Catholic Church contraception policy
 Argument: If people followed Christian principles; they would not contract HIV/AIDS.

SOLUTION:
in favor