From reading a previous answer, you know that I consider all those aspects to be part of American cultural myth and thus they figure into good American poetry, whether the poet is aware of what he is doing or not.

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In this quote, the speaker is suggesting that various aspects of American culture, including its myths, play a significant role in creating good American poetry. The speaker believes that these cultural influences are present in the work of American poets, regardless of whether or not the poets themselves are consciously aware of it. This explanation highlights the speaker's belief that American cultural myths contribute to the richness and quality of poetry produced in the United States.

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