call it/them as (one) sees it/them

1. To make the decision that one feels is right in a given situation. The kids are usually allowed to stay up till 9, but call it as you see it. Definitely make bedtime earlier if they start getting cranky. All right, Ump, call 'em as you see 'em. You can give my students some extra time at recess, but only if they're well-behaved. Call it as you see it.

2. To describe or address something as one honestly thinks it is. You may think I sound harsh, but I call it as I see it. His weak apology is just an attempt to appease his very vocal critics. The boss is always fair, but she doesn't walk on eggshells with her criticism. She calls them as she sees them. A: "I'm sorry, I know he's your boyfriend, but I just can't trust him. Once a liar, always a liar!" B: "Ouch. You sure do call 'em as you see 'em, huh?