Democrats searching for sparks of progressive energy see the ascent of Benjamin T. Jealous in Maryland as an encouraging electoral sign. Mr. Jealous, the former head of the N.A.A.C.P., is an ally of Senator Bernie Sanders who had campaigned for governor on single-payer health care and tuition-free college, among other Sanders-like positions. On Tuesday, he … Continue reading Ben Jealous ‘Just Climbed K2’ in Maryland Governor’s Race. Next Is Everest.