Palpatine Quotes in Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones (2002)

Palpatine: Master Yoda. Do you really think it will come to war?

Yoda: The dark side clouds everything. Impossible to see the future is.

Palpatine: It is with great reluctance that I have agreed to this calling. I love democracy. I love the Republic. Once this crisis has abated, I will lay down the powers you have given me!

Palpatine: Master Jedi, may I suggest the Senator be placed under the protection of your graces.

Sen. Bail Organa: You really think that is a wise decision during these stressful times?

Padme: Chancellor, if I may comment, I do not believe...

Palpatine: The situation is that serious? Oh, but I do, Senator. I realize all too well that additional security might be disruptive for you, but... perhaps someone you're familiar with. An old friend, like... Master Kenobi.

Palpatine: You don't need guidance, Anakin. In time, you will learn to trust your feelings. Then, you will be invincible. I have said it many times, you are the most gifted Jedi I have ever met.

Anakin: Thank you, Your Excellency.

Palpatine: I see you becoming the greatest of all the Jedi, Anakin. Even more powerful than Master Yoda.

Palpatine: I will not let this Republic, which has stood for a thousand years, be split in two. My negotiations will not fail.

Mace Windu: If they do, you must realize there aren't enough Jedi to protect the Republic. We're keepers of the peace, not soldiers.

Palpatine: And as my first act with this new authority, I will create a grand army of the Republic to counter the increasing threats of the Separatists.

Mas Amedda: This is a crisis. The Senate must vote to give the chancellor emergency powers. He can then approve the creation of an army without a vote.

Palpatine: But what senator would have the courage to propose such a radical amendment?

Mas Amedda: If only Senator Amidala where here.