Michaud calls for “swift action” on economy

Rep. Mike Michaud, D-Maine, who took the oath of office in Washington Tuesday to begin his fourth term, released a statement about his hopes for the new session. Here's what he had to say: "This new year brings with it challenges and opportunities. "As a new Congress convenes today, our national economy is faltering and hardworking Americans are finding themselves out of work. This is our biggest test. We need to take swift action to revive the economy and return Americans to work. "I am hopeful that the change in Washington -- with this new Congress and the incoming Administration -- will enable us to take action. Mainers are ready for a positive new agenda that invests in our shared priorities of job creation and economic stability. "I am optimistic that we can seize this opportunity. Now it is time to get to work."