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: Assault weapons ban in the United States
 Argument: There are adequate alternatives to assault weapons for self-defense.

SOLUTION: in favor

PROBLEM: Topic: Constitutionality of US health insurance mandates
 Argument: Enforcing mandates may intrude on Constitutional rights.

SOLUTION: against

PROBLEM: Topic: Cellulosic ethanol
 Argument: Cellulosic biofuel production emits significant greenhouse gases.

SOLUTION:
against