question on ptr rr

>I think the tipping point went by a while ago, and that anyone who wants
>their e-mail to be accepted will make sure their mail relay has a PTR and
>that that this PTR holds the same name used in the SMTP HELO command.

Of course, not all that long ago AT&T Worldnet got crucified -- on this
list, among other places -- for doing just that.

then you should've stood your ground.