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". 

Q: Topic: Puerto Rico statehood in America
 Argument: English is a cultural requirement for entry as state.

A: neutral
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Q: Topic: Direct democracy
 Argument: Direct democracy generally reduces the risks of corruption.

A: in favor
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Q: Topic: Assault weapons ban in the United States
 Argument: Assault weapons are used by drug cartels, kill thousands.

A:
in favor
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