Chancellor Palpatine quotes from Star Wars: The Clone Wars

Chancellor Palpatine

I have no doubt the Jedi are doing their very best to ensure the safety of every citizen in the Republic. The accusations that the Jedi created the Clone War to give themselves more power over the government is absurd, and I will not stand for it.

Chancellor Palpatine

How can we justify fortifying our security here in the Senate if we don't also provide reinforcements on the front lines? You see, the victory of the clone army, for now, is the only thing that can lead us to peace.

Chancellor Palpatine

[to Senator Amidala] I sympathize my dear, truly I do. But consider this: a democracy is only as strong as the people who comprise it.

Ahsoka Tano

Wait! Just because there hasn't been any survivors before, doesn't mean there won't be any this time.

Chancellor Palpatine

(to Anakin) Boldly spoken for one so young.

Obi-Wan Kenobi

She is learning from Anakin.

Anakin Skywalker

Excuse my Padawan. We will deploy as you have instructed, Master. (after the holotransmission is dismissed, he, in his shock, turns to her) Ahsoka!

Ahsoka Tano

If anyone could survive, Master Plo could. I don't understand why--

Anakin Skywalker

What you don't understand is Jedi protocol or your place, my young Padawan. (Admiral Wulff Yularen enters) Admiral, we'll split up our ships to maximize our defense area. I'll scout ahead for enemy activity.

Isn't that risky, with the mystery weapon out there?

Anakin Skywalker

It might be, but I know you won't argue my orders. Come on, Snips.

Obi-Wan Kenobi

Actually, I just received word that Anakin has found the remains of Master Plo's fleet and is searching the debris for survivors.

Chancellor Palpatine

On whose authority has he done this?

Obi-Wan Kenobi

His own, I'm afraid.

Padmé Amidala

After all that, we lost.

Chancellor Palpatine

I know this decision was most unexpected. I myself don't support it, but democracy must stand.

Padmé Amidala

Of course. You are right, Chancellor.

Chancellor Palpatine

Hmm. Actually, given recent events, perhaps it is for the best. For how can we justify fortifying our security here in the Senate if we don't also provide reinforcements on the front lines? You see, the victory of the clone army, for now, is the only thing that can lead us to peace.

Chancellor Palpatine

(during a Senate meeting) We have just received a message from our opponent, Count Dooku.

Count Dooku

(in a hologram) Your Republic forces have carried out a barbaric attack on our people, and among the deaths was the very sponsor of the peace accord, senator Mina Bonteri.

WHAT?!?!?! NO!!!

Count Dooku

With her needless death, I must formally withdraw the proposal for peace offered by our senate.

Chancellor Palpatine

Isn't it remarkable, that one can have all the power in the galaxy, and yet the words of a single senator, can sway the thoughts of millions?

What do you plan to do about this?

Chancellor Palpatine

For now, we must adhere to the principles of our democracy. We must let the wheels of the senate turn.

Mace Windu

Captain Rex, I need to speak with General Skywalker. He's not responding to my calls.

Sir, General Skywalker is unavailable.

Mace Windu

Where is he, Captain?

I can't say, sir.

Mace Windu

You can't or you won't?

Chancellor Palpatine

Anakin is on Nal Hutta.

Mace Windu

Nal Hutta?

Chancellor Palpatine

Protecting me is only postponing the problem, not solving it.

Mace Windu

With all due respect, Chancellor, the council has a plan in place.

Chancellor Palpatine

Yes, and so does Moralo Eval, who appears to be several steps ahead of you. For that reason, I asked Anakin to take action. He is confident he can find the fugitives and stop this plot against me. I suggest you have more faith in young Skywalker. [turns to Rex] Captain, if you must escort me home, I'm leaving now.

Yes, sir.

Padmé Amidala

Chancellor, are you alright?

Chancellor Palpatine

Yes, thanks again to the heroics of the Jedi. That's the second time today.

Obi-Wan Kenobi

We specialize in heroics, Chancellor.

Anakin Skywalker

As long as I live, no harm will ever come to you, Your Excellency.

Chancellor Palpatine

Well, here's to your long and prosperous life, Anakin. One shudders to think where the galaxy would be without the Jedi.