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?"
Mas : "What do you plan to do about this?"
Palpatine : "For now, we must adhere to the principles of our democracy. We must let the wheels of the Senate turn."

Padmé : "Can't you all see this bill is shortsighted ? Millions of clones won't win this war. The only winner will be the Banking Clan. They want to pass this bill so badly, they're using scare tactics to sway votes."