We both know politicians lie. And sure, real-time fact-checking isn't flawless. But here's the thing: a lie on social media spreads globally in minutes. A correction hours later is a whisper after a shout. Politicians have enormous reach; their falsehoods about elections or public health cause real harm. Real-time checks don't censor; they add context at the speed of the lie. Waiting isn't neutrality, it's giving misinformation a head start. That's why real-time fact-checking is the bare minimum.