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: Ban on laser pointers
Argument: Laser pointers are in popular demand.

SOLUTION: against

PROBLEM: Topic: New START Treaty
Argument: Russia will build-up nuclear arms without New START.

SOLUTION: in favor

PROBLEM: Topic: Corn ethanol
Argument: Corn ethanol is inferior to sugar ethanol.

SOLUTION:
against