instruction:
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". 
question:
Topic: Free trade
 Argument: Free trade promotes peace and stability internationally.
answer:
in favor


question:
Topic: Turkey EU membership
 Argument: A growing EU reduces the significance of Turkey's size and population:.
answer:
against


question:
Topic: Ban on laser pointers
 Argument: Laser pointers are a valuable tool for self-defense.
answer:

against