In 2018, Guam experienced a historic political transformation with the election of its first woman governor and a supermajority of women senators. This electoral outcome was widely framed as a feminist milestone, reinforcing dominant narratives that equate increased female representation with progressive policy advancements. This study critically examines these assumptions by shifting the focus from quantitative representation to the political strategies and lived experiences of Guam’s women lawmakers. Employing oral history interviews, this research investigates how lawmakers conceptualize their political roles, navigate institutional structures, and shape legislative agendas. The findings reveal that while many advocate for policy priorities traditionally associated with liberal feminism—such as reproductive healthcare access, addressing domestic violence, and promoting economic mobility—most deliberately distance themselves from the feminist label. Rather than aligning with traditional feminist discourse, they employ maternal rhetoric and Indigenous Chamoru values, shaping policy in ways that reflect localized strategies of resistance and advocacy. This study challenges universalist frameworks that assume women’s increased political presence leads to the same policy outcomes across contexts and highlights the need for localized analyses of political representation that account for the intersections of gender, colonial histories, and cultural frameworks. In doing so, this research contributes to broader discussions on feminist political theory, postcolonial studies, and Indigenous politics.