The Christian Vote highlights Sebastian Moore, SDP candidate in the Gorton and Denton by-election
While The Christian Vote has recommended Matt Goodwin in the Gorton and Denton by-election, recognising his explicitly communitarian beliefs and his promotion of Christian Democracy as a political force, it would be remiss not to acknowledge other candidates whose platforms resonate strongly with our values. One such candidate is Sebastian Moore of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), whose campaign in Gorton and Denton merits attention from those committed to a politics that balances social solidarity with respect for tradition.
The SDP underlines a set of principles that sit comfortably alongside Christian Democratic thought. In particular, the party champions:
A social market economy: the SDP promotes an economy that embraces free enterprise while ensuring regulation and social protections to safeguard the common good. This mirrors Christian Democracy’s preference for economic structures that serve human dignity rather than subordinating people to market forces.
A robust welfare state: the SDP advocates strong public services and welfare provision to protect the vulnerable and promote social cohesion — a core concern of Christian Democratic social teaching.
Support for traditional institutions and families: the party emphasises the stabilising role of families and community institutions, aligning with Christian Democracy’s insistence on intermediary bodies and the moral significance of family life.
Opposition to mass migration: the SDP has articulated a controlled approach to immigration, stressing the need for well-managed migration policies that consider social integration, community cohesion and the duties of the state to existing citizens.
These positions mean that, even where our endorsement falls elsewhere, the SDP represents a credible, principle-driven alternative for voters seeking policy that integrates social justice, subsidiarity and cultural continuity.
Sebastian Moore serves as the SDP’s North West Chair and has been a central figure in expanding the party’s presence across the region. His background blends public service and grassroots engagement:
For those of us invested in promoting a political culture that fuses social solidarity with moral seriousness, Sebastian Moore’s presence on the ballot is notable. He personifies an approach that is both communally minded and institutionally respectful: someone who brings direct service experience to policy-making, and who seeks pragmatic solutions rather than doctrinaire slogans.