General elections were held in Puerto Rico in 1908. Tulio Larrínaga was re-elected as Resident Commissioner.Juan Jose Nolla-Acosta (2013) Puerto Rico Election Results, 1899–2012 p27
During the campaign, there were increased calls for Puerto Rico independence and expressions of hostility to the Foraker Act. The election resulted in a larger faction in the House of Representatives that called for greater autonomy for Puerto Rico. Luis Lloréns Torres was elected to the House. The newly elected House refused to pass any legislation unless the United States recognize Puerto Rico's right to self-government.
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