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: NATO expansion
 Argument: NATO expansion can only lead to the overstretching of the organisation and thus the undermining of stability for the entirety of Europe.

SOLUTION: against

PROBLEM: Topic: Hate crime laws
 Argument: Hate crime is a major problem, requiring a state response.

SOLUTION: in favor

PROBLEM: Topic: Bullfighting
 Argument: Bulls can't reason, but they can suffer; bullfighting wrong.

SOLUTION:
against